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On June 21 2010 10:12 Sadistx wrote:![[image loading]](http://cdn1.techbargains.com/icache/2010/04/16/12714318791917.jpeg) Can you spot the difference? Mechanical keyboard for 20$ when it was on sale. ^_^
I bought the ABS M1 when it was $50 and it's a pretty solid keyboard. I had to use some machine oil for my space bar because it started to make squeaky noises.
The difference is the keyswtiches and pressure for the key to go down. The ABS M1 uses simplified black ALPS key switches whereas Filco uses MX Cherry Blue/Brown/Black.
Btw the keyboards look the same because they're both manufactured from Costar.
If anyone can still find the ABS M1 on sale somewhere I recommend it.
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I'm using a basic Logitech keyboard now, but I'm absolutely going to buy the Razer's new SC2 keyboard. That APM thing is just awesome. Now I'll finally have a visual indicator to my in-game power level rising!
I can actually see it as being a benefit to learning to play faster, too, if you try to maintain a high "color" APM that's difficult to play at until you're comfortable with it.
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Sure, its IMBA but in a tourney where it REALLY matters it wont be allowed so using only hurts yourself if you plan on playing competitively.
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I don't like most gaming keyboards, like the logitech g series the keys feel too spaced out for my liking, my fingers aren't that big so its a stretch for certain keys and it just requires more effort on my end, I have a samsung dt35 but had it since 2004 so the letters are ALL worn out, still useable though that's how good the keyboard is.
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My birthday is coming up on Saturday and my GF is buying me the lycosa online in the morning. I've heard very mix things about this keyboard, but out of everything I seen, it seems to be the keyboard I want most. I'll report back how I like it! Otherwise anyone who wants to talk me out of it let me know before the morning when she buys it.
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dont get a lycosa, its just a glamorous rubber dome. imo get a filco if you want to spend some money or get a dell rubber dome for cheap. Both will be better than a lycosa.
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On June 21 2010 11:31 Logo wrote:The mechanical keyboard, in my opinion, also provides a smoother feel and a springier return as you lift up your finger. Kind of hard to describe. There are mechanical keyboards without the tactile feel, the one I got doesn't have much of one. As for price and what not, it all comes down to what it's worth to you. Not having my fingers feel stiff and what not was worth the price to me. It's certainly not something that directly helps you play better, but if your keyboard is giving you problems or fatiguing your hands it may help. @sc2lime You don't want a blue switch. Blues are more geared towards typing because of the large tactile bump and a higher amount of force required. So it comes down to brown and black. My understanding is that you're looking at a trade-off in this situation. Browns have a small tactile bump by take less force. Blacks have no bump, but take a little bit more force. For me the reason I wanted a mechanical keyboard was a light and smooth press, using a membrane keyboard was tiring out my hands (I program so I type a lot). So I went with the browns and it's been working well for me. Blacks are also a good choice because they lack the tactile bump which is nice for fast key presses. There's also a fabled red switch which has the lack of a tactile bump and less force like brown switches. It'd be the best choice except it's only available in china from the original maker of the Filco keyboards  .
Thanks for this! I think I'll go for the black then.
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I use Logitech Classic Keyboard 200
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On June 21 2010 13:35 -Desu- wrote:I use Logitech Classic Keyboard 200
Me too. Mine cost 15 bucks which is like 7-8 USD
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On June 21 2010 12:41 surLoop wrote:
dont get a lycosa, its just a glamorous rubber dome. imo get a filco if you want to spend some money or get a dell rubber dome for cheap. Both will be better than a lycosa.
I have a lycosa and I love it, but I agree you should look elsewhere for a cheaper keyboard.
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On June 21 2010 11:31 Logo wrote:
The mechanical keyboard, in my opinion, also provides a smoother feel and a springier return as you lift up your finger. Kind of hard to describe. There are mechanical keyboards without the tactile feel, the one I got doesn't have much of one.
As for price and what not, it all comes down to what it's worth to you. Not having my fingers feel stiff and what not was worth the price to me. It's certainly not something that directly helps you play better, but if your keyboard is giving you problems or fatiguing your hands it may help.
@sc2lime You don't want a blue switch. Blues are more geared towards typing because of the large tactile bump and a higher amount of force required.
So it comes down to brown and black. My understanding is that you're looking at a trade-off in this situation. Browns have a small tactile bump by take less force. Blacks have no bump, but take a little bit more force. For me the reason I wanted a mechanical keyboard was a light and smooth press, using a membrane keyboard was tiring out my hands (I program so I type a lot). So I went with the browns and it's been working well for me. Blacks are also a good choice because they lack the tactile bump which is nice for fast key presses.
There's also a fabled red switch which has the lack of a tactile bump and less force like brown switches. It'd be the best choice except it's only available in china from the original maker of the Filco keyboards .
In my experience blues and browns are the same except for the clickyness of the blue switches when you hit the tactile bump. As for gaming i prefer either the blue or brown compared to the black switches because they have that softer feel. My favorite is blue because i love the clicky sound register however if you live with someone and have high apm they may want to kill you. Best bet for most people is usually the brown mechanicals, however if you like a harder feel try the blacks.
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I played with the Lycosa and it wasn't that bad, but I prefer the cheap keyboards with the really clicky buttons. It's what I've used my whole life.
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one of the most awkward keyboards I have ever seen, but I messed with it at best buy and instantly fell in love with it....the fact that it sets so low keeps my wrists from hurting. Super small form factor is great for setting on the couch and using my other (wireless) mouse when I watch movies on my tv w/ laptop. Wireless is perfectly fine for keyboards, Im still skeptical on mice, though razor's wireless mamba or whatever seems pretty amazing
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I really like using the flat apple keyboard.
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On June 21 2010 11:31 Logo wrote:
@sc2lime You don't want a blue switch. Blues are more geared towards typing because of the large tactile bump and a higher amount of force required.
Actually, I use a blue switch Filco and it really just is a brown with clicking installed. The amount of force required is in the middle of the blacks and browns and the tactile bump is pretty much the same as a brown's would be. Its like the mid-ground between a typing keyboard and a gaming keyboard in terms of feel, while possessing a lovely clicking sound.
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with me for more than 10 years, absolutely love it
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Hello guys,
I am planning to buy a Microsoft Sidewinder X6. Not specifically for SC 2, but I just love some of its functionalities.
I was curious if anyone played Starcraft on this keyboard. I know some of the keys are not where they should be and I want to know if that may affect my gameplay.
Here's a pic:
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On June 24 2010 03:04 nemukud wrote:Hello guys, I am planning to buy a Microsoft Sidewinder X6. Not specifically for SC 2, but I just love some of its functionalities. I was curious if anyone played Starcraft on this keyboard. I know some of the keys are not where they should be and I want to know if that may affect my gameplay. Here's a pic:
I see nothing wrong with the keys. The only difference from common keyboards is that you can change the number pad to the left, and no long uses the numberpad for Starcraft.
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