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Glockateer
Profile Joined June 2009
United States254 Posts
April 09 2013 00:39 GMT
#5441
If you start using a linear switch such as cherry mx reds or blacks then be ready for the longest learning curve. It's worth it, though. I only use my filco reds now and sold off all my other keyboards.
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Sovano
Profile Joined November 2011
United States1503 Posts
April 09 2013 01:15 GMT
#5442
I've never used reds or blacks myself, only blues and browns. Is there really a long learning curve for switching from tactile to linear?
m1rk3
Profile Joined July 2011
Canada412 Posts
April 09 2013 01:26 GMT
#5443
On April 09 2013 10:15 Sovano wrote:
I've never used reds or blacks myself, only blues and browns. Is there really a long learning curve for switching from tactile to linear?


It depends how patient you are because they are lighter (red switches0, but as previous post before you, it is worth it. I prefer reds over blues. I still like the click of blues but typing doesn't feel smooth as reds.
For the Dominion!
Havik_
Profile Joined November 2011
United States5585 Posts
April 09 2013 06:49 GMT
#5444
I've owned all switch types for a little bit. Always went back to the blues. Yeah they're loud and aren't as easy to double tap, but they're just nicer for me I think. My second favorite is the browns and I might go back to a brown switch board one day. I've also used reds and while I really did enjoy them, I see no real reason to choose them over browns when browns will give you the slight bump to know when the switch actuated. Its not a large bump like the blues, but it does help. I can see Blacks being good for some, but i can't recommend them over reds for anyone who likes linear switches.
"An opinion is only as good as the evidence that backs it up."- William O'Malley, S.J.
IceBergZ
Profile Joined September 2012
Malaysia176 Posts
April 09 2013 10:45 GMT
#5445
ducky zero vs razer balckwidow tournament edition ??
ty
Blaec
Profile Joined April 2010
Australia4289 Posts
Last Edited: 2013-04-09 11:27:58
April 09 2013 11:26 GMT
#5446
On April 09 2013 19:45 IceBergZ wrote:
ducky zero vs razer balckwidow tournament edition ??
ty


What the price difference?

I think the Ducky should be a better choice but if the razer is decently cheaper then it might be worth it.

The ducky also has the advantage of a range of switch choices.

Also the Ducky has a numpad, so whether you need a numpad or not should affect your choice.
Sovano
Profile Joined November 2011
United States1503 Posts
April 09 2013 13:36 GMT
#5447
On April 09 2013 10:26 m1rk3 wrote:
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It depends how patient you are because they are lighter (red switches0, but as previous post before you, it is worth it. I prefer reds over blues. I still like the click of blues but typing doesn't feel smooth as reds
.

On April 09 2013 15:49 Havik_ wrote:
+ Show Spoiler +
I've owned all switch types for a little bit. Always went back to the blues. Yeah they're loud and aren't as easy to double tap, but they're just nicer for me I think. My second favorite is the browns and I might go back to a brown switch board one day. I've also used reds and while I really did enjoy them, I see no real reason to choose them over browns when browns will give you the slight bump to know when the switch actuated. Its not a large bump like the blues, but it does help. I can see Blacks being good for some, but i can't recommend them over reds for anyone who likes linear switches.

Thanks for your inputs. I'd really love to put down some money for a red switch keyboard, but alas like any mechanical keyboard fanatic would know, your wallet gets empty real fast haha. I miss my brown switches, but it's back at my house with my little brother.
IceBergZ
Profile Joined September 2012
Malaysia176 Posts
April 09 2013 14:53 GMT
#5448
On April 09 2013 20:26 Blaec wrote:
Show nested quote +
On April 09 2013 19:45 IceBergZ wrote:
ducky zero vs razer balckwidow tournament edition ??
ty


What the price difference?

I think the Ducky should be a better choice but if the razer is decently cheaper then it might be worth it.

The ducky also has the advantage of a range of switch choices.

Also the Ducky has a numpad, so whether you need a numpad or not should affect your choice.


tq
both about the same price
1 full nkro 1 10 nkro
1 full kb 1 tkl
so hard to make decision
Blaec
Profile Joined April 2010
Australia4289 Posts
April 09 2013 14:58 GMT
#5449
On April 09 2013 23:53 IceBergZ wrote:
Show nested quote +
On April 09 2013 20:26 Blaec wrote:
On April 09 2013 19:45 IceBergZ wrote:
ducky zero vs razer balckwidow tournament edition ??
ty


What the price difference?

I think the Ducky should be a better choice but if the razer is decently cheaper then it might be worth it.

The ducky also has the advantage of a range of switch choices.

Also the Ducky has a numpad, so whether you need a numpad or not should affect your choice.


tq
both about the same price
1 full nkro 1 10 nkro
1 full kb 1 tkl
so hard to make decision


10kro is more than enough, how would you even press more than 10 keys at the same time?

Ducky is better choice imo just because it should be abit better quality, unless you really want a tkl.
IceBergZ
Profile Joined September 2012
Malaysia176 Posts
April 10 2013 11:52 GMT
#5450
hey gyus just got
razer blackwidow tournament 2013 but f9 f10 no clicky sound normal ?
Blaec
Profile Joined April 2010
Australia4289 Posts
April 10 2013 12:37 GMT
#5451
On April 10 2013 20:52 IceBergZ wrote:
hey gyus just got
razer blackwidow tournament 2013 but f9 f10 no clicky sound normal ?


So the F9 and F10 keys don't click but still work otherwise? Do they feel different from the other keys?

I don't think that is normal, afaik that keyboard is all blue switches so should click on every key.
Ropid
Profile Joined March 2009
Germany3557 Posts
April 10 2013 12:47 GMT
#5452
I'd go exchange that keyboard immediately.
"My goal is to replace my soul with coffee and become immortal."
IceBergZ
Profile Joined September 2012
Malaysia176 Posts
April 10 2013 13:14 GMT
#5453
On April 10 2013 21:37 Blaec wrote:
Show nested quote +
On April 10 2013 20:52 IceBergZ wrote:
hey gyus just got
razer blackwidow tournament 2013 but f9 f10 no clicky sound normal ?


So the F9 and F10 keys don't click but still work otherwise? Do they feel different from the other keys?

I don't think that is normal, afaik that keyboard is all blue switches so should click on every key.

IceBergZ
Profile Joined September 2012
Malaysia176 Posts
April 10 2013 13:37 GMT
#5454
another video about my f9 keys
wondering is it design that way or just faulty
FakePseudo
Profile Joined January 2012
Belgium716 Posts
April 10 2013 13:58 GMT
#5455
Could you simply pull the keycap and check if it's an actual mx blue switch under there?
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Ropid
Profile Joined March 2009
Germany3557 Posts
April 10 2013 14:00 GMT
#5456
There's not much difference to hear in the videos, but if you say there's no click, it's faulty. They could have made a mistake when greasing the switches or something. If you bought it in person, just bring it back to the shop as you'll get another immediately, I assume.
"My goal is to replace my soul with coffee and become immortal."
Blaec
Profile Joined April 2010
Australia4289 Posts
April 10 2013 14:03 GMT
#5457
Yeah you can probably get it replaced, but you could try taking the F9 cap off (lift the cap directly upward, I usually use floss) and mashing the switch, blowing it out with compressed air.
IceBergZ
Profile Joined September 2012
Malaysia176 Posts
April 10 2013 15:07 GMT
#5458
On April 10 2013 23:03 Blaec wrote:
Yeah you can probably get it replaced, but you could try taking the F9 cap off (lift the cap directly upward, I usually use floss) and mashing the switch, blowing it out with compressed air.

what is mashing ??
now i got a new problem keyboard keep disconnect if the cable is hit a bit power cut off disconnect.
razer is failing again
Blaec
Profile Joined April 2010
Australia4289 Posts
April 10 2013 15:27 GMT
#5459
On April 11 2013 00:07 IceBergZ wrote:
Show nested quote +
On April 10 2013 23:03 Blaec wrote:
Yeah you can probably get it replaced, but you could try taking the F9 cap off (lift the cap directly upward, I usually use floss) and mashing the switch, blowing it out with compressed air.

what is mashing ??
now i got a new problem keyboard keep disconnect if the cable is hit a bit power cut off disconnect.
razer is failing again


Mashing would be just pushing the switch up and down rapidly.

Razer quality isn't the greatest, try swap for a ducky or keep trying with replacements.
IceBergZ
Profile Joined September 2012
Malaysia176 Posts
April 11 2013 10:36 GMT
#5460
On April 11 2013 00:27 Blaec wrote:
Show nested quote +
On April 11 2013 00:07 IceBergZ wrote:
On April 10 2013 23:03 Blaec wrote:
Yeah you can probably get it replaced, but you could try taking the F9 cap off (lift the cap directly upward, I usually use floss) and mashing the switch, blowing it out with compressed air.

what is mashing ??
now i got a new problem keyboard keep disconnect if the cable is hit a bit power cut off disconnect.
razer is failing again


Mashing would be just pushing the switch up and down rapidly.

Razer quality isn't the greatest, try swap for a ducky or keep trying with replacements.

is working my f9 got the clciky sound ady but not as loud as compare to other keys on the keyboard
Now i got disconnect issue when ever i move my keyboard a bit or the usb is disturb it will get disconnected. TT
need help whoever have experience this before.
thank you
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