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LevelSteam
Aug 6, 2017
Are there any features (Backlighting, programmable layers, wireless, tenkeyless, etc) in particular that you're looking for? If you're just looking for a standard mechanical keyboard that will be compatible with the majority of caps then you really can't go wrong with a WASD V2 (these are available in both TKL and full size with numpad) or a MagicForce 68 if you want something smaller and cheaper.
They're both very solid entry level options that won't break the bank and are easily customized with standard keycap sizes.
Molnes
3
Aug 6, 2017
LevelSteamHey thank you for responding! I currently have a Razer BlackWidow Chroma. I would like to have the same backlighting and the light shining through the letters on the caps. But I would like a keyboard that is smaller, perhaps without the numpad and programmable keys. I do not know what you mean with tenkeyless and TKL. Also if you could mention where I should buy my next keyboard from that would be great.
LevelSteam
Aug 6, 2017
MolnesTKL means tenkeyless, so no number pad. Mechanicalkeyboards.com has some TKL boards that are backlit, but the lighting options vary. They also offer doubleshot shine-through PBT keycaps from Vortex, which are high quality and will let your lighting shine through. The only reason I hesitate to recommend Corsair or Razer boards is because they have a non-standard bottom row which is hard to get caps for and they're relatively expensive for what you get.
It's a shame that you missed out on the k-type the other month, because it sounds like it would be exactly what you're looking for. I'm sure it will be available again eventually though. If you decide to check out the WASD V2 or MagicForce 68 they're both here now and then and also available at wasdkeyboards.com, while the MagicForce 68 cnan be found on Amazon.
Molnes
3
Aug 6, 2017
LevelSteamYeah I think TKL is what I want to be honest. I went on www.wasdkeyboards.com and I browsed the website. I am not sure if I am supposed to take international ISO or US ANSI?
LevelSteam
Aug 6, 2017
MolnesUnless you live in Europe and/or need the extra keys I would go with ANSI. It's what you're already using on your Blackwidow too.
Here's a breakdown of the differences between the two: https://deskthority.net/wiki/ANSI_vs_ISO
Molnes
3
Aug 6, 2017
LevelSteamI live in Norway so I think I have to go with the ISO tbh but I dont know what switches to take, I have green razer switches but my friends complain its too clicky on discord.
LevelSteam
Aug 6, 2017
MolnesYes you'll want ISO then.
The most comparable Cherry switch to Razer greens would be Cherry Blues. In fact before Razer started commissioning their own switches their Blackwidows used to use MX Blues. Putting some 40A-L o-rings on the keycaps or using sound dampening brackets on the switch housing would both really cut down on the noise from the switches, but it's still a clicky switch and will make some noise.
Cherry MX Browns are a tactile switch (it has a bump on the press down) that actuate at about the same force as Cherry Blues/Razer Greens, but are quieter since they're not a clicky switch. If you want a switch with a more noticable bump then Cherry Clears have that, but they require more foce to push and some people can find them fatiguing to type/game on (although I love them). There are also MOD switches but currently I think you'd have to buy a batch from Originative and solder them in yourself.
There are also Cherry clones like Kailh switches (which have improved their quality greatly in recent years). Boards with Kailh switches are typically cheaper and feel very similar to Cherry boards.
Molnes
3
Aug 6, 2017
LevelSteamI think I am going to go with the Cherry MX Browns. But I am not sure what caps to put on, becuae on wasd keyboards website I can customize basically everything.
Molnes
3
Aug 6, 2017
LevelSteam LevelSteam, do you know where I can buy the keyboard, because on WASD its actually really expensive international shipping..
LevelSteam
Aug 7, 2017
MolnesUnfortunately I don't know which sites have the lowest international shipping, sorry. :(
It's still currently available here on Massdrop though, so shipping could be cheaper for you here.
mi1ez
3
Aug 7, 2017
LevelSteamWhere are you situated?
LevelSteam
Aug 7, 2017
mi1ezI'm in the US.
Raithmir
663
Aug 7, 2017
MolnesUnfortunately I don't believe you have a lot of options for Nordic specific layout keyboards, other than WASD's custom service.
I think Swedish layout is similar? http://www.keyboardco.com/keyboard/swedish-finnish-filco-ninja-majestouch-2-tenkeyless-nkr-tactile-action-keyboard.asp
Not sure if that would be acceptable to you, or if the price is any cheaper for international shipping, but KeyboardCo is a UK company I've used before and are very good.
Vortexgear Pok3r keyboards are widely available everywhere, and I know have a Nordic layout option, but they might be a bit too compromised for you (no dedicated F keys, or cursor keys).
Molnes
3
Aug 7, 2017
RaithmirYeah I didnt like the P3ker because it didn't have arrow keys and such.
Molnes
3
Aug 7, 2017
RaithmirI think I have to look for another keyboard than WASD V2, because the shipping is literally 50 USD...
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