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I'm hearing mixed messages about how blues are for gaming. I know some have said that for FPSs the blues are definitely not good, but I've heard conflicting things about strategy games. Since I pretty much exclusively play SC2 at the moment I'm curious if anyone has an opinion on blues for SC2. Also, anyone tried this keyboard specifically? Its got nothing but good reviews from newegg.
I'm currently using a non-mechanical keyboard, so I'm thinking that maybe any color switch would be an improvement?
TBH I'd never even heard of mechanical keyboards before this thread so I'm a bit lost 
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On September 03 2011 03:22 Shadrak wrote:I'm hearing mixed messages about how blues are for gaming. I know some have said that for FPSs the blues are definitely not good, but I've heard conflicting things about strategy games. Since I pretty much exclusively play SC2 at the moment I'm curious if anyone has an opinion on blues for SC2. Also, anyone tried this keyboard specifically? Its got nothing but good reviews from newegg. I'm currently using a non-mechanical keyboard, so I'm thinking that maybe any color switch would be an improvement? TBH I'd never even heard of mechanical keyboards before this thread so I'm a bit lost
You'd be pretty happy with blues over membrane. The whole "certain switch for a certain game" is a load of crap just like the "gaming keyboards" that are just membrane with lights and macro keys. Technically any mechanical switch is fine but blacks tend to be the stiffest thus not as loved for most people in prolonged usage. Blues, browns and reds are the best starter switches. It is all preference to what you like to feel and hear.
Read the mechanical keyboard guides if you are lost.
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On September 03 2011 04:29 Glockateer wrote:Show nested quote +On September 03 2011 03:22 Shadrak wrote:I'm hearing mixed messages about how blues are for gaming. I know some have said that for FPSs the blues are definitely not good, but I've heard conflicting things about strategy games. Since I pretty much exclusively play SC2 at the moment I'm curious if anyone has an opinion on blues for SC2. Also, anyone tried this keyboard specifically? Its got nothing but good reviews from newegg. I'm currently using a non-mechanical keyboard, so I'm thinking that maybe any color switch would be an improvement? TBH I'd never even heard of mechanical keyboards before this thread so I'm a bit lost You'd be pretty happy with blues over membrane. The whole "certain switch for a certain game" is a load of crap just like the "gaming keyboards" that are just membrane with lights and macro keys. Technically any mechanical switch is fine but blacks tend to be the stiffest thus not as loved for most people in prolonged usage. Blues, browns and reds are the best starter switches. It is all preference to what you like to feel and hear. Read the mechanical keyboard guides if you are lost.
Thanks for the advice. I did read the guide but was mostly confused about people talking about different switches for different gaming genres. After looking into things some more, I think I'm going to with Brown for the reasoning:
1) I don't play FPSs often, so no need to require harder presses from black for FPS
2) I don't want my wife to kill me from the loud sound blues supposedly make
Daskeyboards has a brown switch model that looks pretty nice to me:
http://www.daskeyboard.com/model-s-professional-silent/
Its a bit on the expensive side but TBH the last computer-related purchase I made was SCII so I think I'm due 
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On September 03 2011 09:53 John Madden wrote:+ Show Spoiler +http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgqSlFms-rM&feature=youtu.be Check this vid out.
but what will happen with water 
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Hopefully this hasn't been posted already but I discovered a site where you can make a custom mechanical keyboard with any switch you want and the ability to change every key. I have purchased one yet so I cannot confirm the quality but others should check it out.
http://www.wasdkeyboards.com
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On September 03 2011 10:37 Absolutionn wrote:Hopefully this hasn't been posted already but I discovered a site where you can make a custom mechanical keyboard with any switch you want and the ability to change every key. I have purchased one yet so I cannot confirm the quality but others should check it out. http://www.wasdkeyboards.com
At $139....idk, that's actually pretty good.
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On September 03 2011 10:37 Absolutionn wrote:Hopefully this hasn't been posted already but I discovered a site where you can make a custom mechanical keyboard with any switch you want and the ability to change every key. I have purchased one yet so I cannot confirm the quality but others should check it out. http://www.wasdkeyboards.com
they don't carry red switches T_T, you can buy a full set of dampeners on ebay for about $15 so maybe when I get my noppoo choc pro w/ reds or my leopold fc500rs *if I can find the right stupid seller*
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That vid is gimmick FTW
I added WASD to the OP. Not sure about their keyboard quality, but they are known for their custom keycaps.
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Is there a list anywhere with the dimensions of popular mechanical keyboard keycaps to use as a comparison for the wasd customizable keycaps? I use a Das Ultimate and just can't find anything that has the key dimensions for me to check whether the custom keycaps would fit properly.
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On September 03 2011 03:22 Shadrak wrote:I'm hearing mixed messages about how blues are for gaming. I know some have said that for FPSs the blues are definitely not good, but I've heard conflicting things about strategy games. Since I pretty much exclusively play SC2 at the moment I'm curious if anyone has an opinion on blues for SC2. Also, anyone tried this keyboard specifically? Its got nothing but good reviews from newegg. I'm currently using a non-mechanical keyboard, so I'm thinking that maybe any color switch would be an improvement? TBH I'd never even heard of mechanical keyboards before this thread so I'm a bit lost
the reason why blue is better for rts is because it cause less fatigue and also the audio feedback is really good.
The "click" sound improves your typing accuracy.
I like blue a lot, make me feels happy typing
On September 03 2011 10:37 Absolutionn wrote:Hopefully this hasn't been posted already but I discovered a site where you can make a custom mechanical keyboard with any switch you want and the ability to change every key. I have purchased one yet so I cannot confirm the quality but others should check it out. http://www.wasdkeyboards.com
Ducky 1008 can have different switches as well
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On September 03 2011 13:51 ETisME wrote:Show nested quote +On September 03 2011 03:22 Shadrak wrote:I'm hearing mixed messages about how blues are for gaming. I know some have said that for FPSs the blues are definitely not good, but I've heard conflicting things about strategy games. Since I pretty much exclusively play SC2 at the moment I'm curious if anyone has an opinion on blues for SC2. Also, anyone tried this keyboard specifically? Its got nothing but good reviews from newegg. I'm currently using a non-mechanical keyboard, so I'm thinking that maybe any color switch would be an improvement? TBH I'd never even heard of mechanical keyboards before this thread so I'm a bit lost the reason why blue is better for rts is because it cause less fatigue and also the audio feedback is really good. The "click" sound improves your typing accuracy. I like blue a lot, make me feels happy typing
I find that the audio feedback alone helps me realize when I'm not macroing. Since no sound means no macro!
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Thanks for the guide... I'm wondering if there are any other sites for key caps, maybe more unique or funny ones? I really want to get some special and unique ones
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On September 03 2011 13:55 ABagOfFritos wrote:Show nested quote +On September 03 2011 13:51 ETisME wrote:On September 03 2011 03:22 Shadrak wrote:I'm hearing mixed messages about how blues are for gaming. I know some have said that for FPSs the blues are definitely not good, but I've heard conflicting things about strategy games. Since I pretty much exclusively play SC2 at the moment I'm curious if anyone has an opinion on blues for SC2. Also, anyone tried this keyboard specifically? Its got nothing but good reviews from newegg. I'm currently using a non-mechanical keyboard, so I'm thinking that maybe any color switch would be an improvement? TBH I'd never even heard of mechanical keyboards before this thread so I'm a bit lost the reason why blue is better for rts is because it cause less fatigue and also the audio feedback is really good. The "click" sound improves your typing accuracy. I like blue a lot, make me feels happy typing I find that the audio feedback alone helps me realize when I'm not macroing. Since no sound means no macro!
yup I agree, Music to my ears lol
This is the dealer that I bought my ducky in Hong Kong:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/地獄道/124921990891105
I think he might do business overseas as well, you can ask for info.
Check out his photos album, he does so much modding.
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On September 03 2011 14:00 ETisME wrote:Show nested quote +On September 03 2011 13:55 ABagOfFritos wrote:On September 03 2011 13:51 ETisME wrote:On September 03 2011 03:22 Shadrak wrote:I'm hearing mixed messages about how blues are for gaming. I know some have said that for FPSs the blues are definitely not good, but I've heard conflicting things about strategy games. Since I pretty much exclusively play SC2 at the moment I'm curious if anyone has an opinion on blues for SC2. Also, anyone tried this keyboard specifically? Its got nothing but good reviews from newegg. I'm currently using a non-mechanical keyboard, so I'm thinking that maybe any color switch would be an improvement? TBH I'd never even heard of mechanical keyboards before this thread so I'm a bit lost the reason why blue is better for rts is because it cause less fatigue and also the audio feedback is really good. The "click" sound improves your typing accuracy. I like blue a lot, make me feels happy typing I find that the audio feedback alone helps me realize when I'm not macroing. Since no sound means no macro! yup I agree, Music to my ears lol This is the dealer that I bought my ducky in Hong Kong: http://www.facebook.com/pages/地獄道/124921990891105I think he might do business overseas as well, you can ask for info. Check out his photos album, he does so much modding.
Wow he does some cool shit! I think I'll keep this in mind if and when I ever need a new keyboard.
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I have a Deck With clears... WONDERFUL keyboard. Its built like a tank, nice and heavy. The Backlit LED's are a nice touch, it is expensive, but totally worth it IMO.
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I think I'm the only one who prefer rubber dome over mechanical.
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