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11/13/12 at 1:19pm
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Where are you seeing that Das Keyboards switched to iOne as the OEM?

Also, browns are a good middle of the road switch for the most part; but how do you feel as a typist. Do you feel like you use a lot of force while typing?

Also, are you looking for an audible click?

I keep on seeing it mentioned in posts and reviews

I use medium to high force maybe? I'm not sure. I've only ever used membrane based keyboards. No audible click is fine. Quieter is better for me.
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11/13/12 at 1:32pm
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I keep on seeing it mentioned in posts and reviews
I use medium to high force maybe? I'm not sure. I've only ever used membrane based keyboards. No audible click is fine. Quieter is better for me.

 

Could you perhaps link to one of these. The only thing I have found is a report saying the model with media keys is made by iOne while the ones without are made by Costar.

 

If you're looking for top of the line boards that are made, but not too expensive then:

 

Ducky DK9000 Series (9008, 9008-G2, 9008S, 9008-G2 Pro, 9008-S2.)

Rosewill RK-9000 Series (any of them, all Costar)

 

Those guys all fall into the same price bracket as the Das, with plenty of switch options.

 

Are there any specific features you're looking for? Like wise, price limit?

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11/13/12 at 2:02pm
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Could you perhaps link to one of these. The only thing I have found is a report saying the model with media keys is made by iOne while the ones without are made by Costar.

If you're looking for top of the line boards that are made, but not too expensive then:

Ducky DK9000 Series (9008, 9008-G2, 9008S, 9008-G2 Pro, 9008-S2.)
Rosewill RK-9000 Series (any of them, all Costar)

Those guys all fall into the same price bracket as the Das, with plenty of switch options.

Are there any specific features you're looking for? Like wise, price limit?

Here's one of the reviews I saw.

http://www.amazon.com/Das-Keyboard-Professional-Mechanical-DASK3MKPROCLI/dp/B008PFABI8

Are all of the new DAS Keyboards coming with the media keys?

Price wise I'm looking for a keyboard between $75-$140.

No real features needed. LED lights would be nice though. I just want something of good quality.
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11/13/12 at 2:23pm
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Here's one of the reviews I saw.
http://www.amazon.com/Das-Keyboard-Professional-Mechanical-DASK3MKPROCLI/dp/B008PFABI8
Are all of the new DAS Keyboards coming with the media keys?
Price wise I'm looking for a keyboard between $75-$140.
No real features needed. LED lights would be nice though. I just want something of good quality.

Over at Geekhack users were informed that Das has switched manufacturers. Since then, the quality has dropped. If I were you, I'd aim for another keyboard.

If all you need is media keys, get something like the QuickFire Rapid (tenkeyless board, so no number pad) or maybe a Ducky (I think they have media keys. I don't quite remember).
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11/13/12 at 3:18pm
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Here's one of the reviews I saw.
http://www.amazon.com/Das-Keyboard-Professional-Mechanical-DASK3MKPROCLI/dp/B008PFABI8
Are all of the new DAS Keyboards coming with the media keys?
Price wise I'm looking for a keyboard between $75-$140.
No real features needed. LED lights would be nice though. I just want something of good quality.

 

Yes, Das started putting media keys on their boards again and probably changed OEM's to reduce costs vs Costar.

 

Rosewill Backlit

Ducky Shine II

CM Storm Trigger

Logitech G710+ (would have to wait for a sale)

 

Those are the best options for backlit boards.

QPad, Max Keyboard, XArmor, Razer and a few other brands are made by iOne, so if you're not willing to buy from boards made by that OEM, they'll be out of the question.

 

 

As far as standard boards go:

Ducky DK9008, DK9008-G2, DK9008-G2 Pro

Rosewill's non-backlit line-up

Filco

 

Cooler Master's Storm Quickfire TK is also an option, but it's a weird one since it's a compact keyboard but integrates the arrow keys, and edit cluster into the num-pad instead of getting rid of the numpad.

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post #13676 of 14076
11/13/12 at 4:02pm
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Over at Geekhack users were informed that Das has switched manufacturers. Since then, the quality has dropped. If I were you, I'd aim for another keyboard.
.

Quality HAS dropped at Geekhack.org! They don't even know how to open up the keyboard or do FCC checks for the OEM any more!

Anyway, I'll let you guys know what I find out on this.

I haven't heard USERS complain about specific quality issues.
Edited by ripster - 11/13/12 at 6:39pm
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11/13/12 at 5:48pm
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Yes, Das started putting media keys on their boards again and probably changed OEM's to reduce costs vs Costar.

Rosewill Backlit
Ducky Shine II
CM Storm Trigger
Logitech G710+ (would have to wait for a sale)

Those are the best options for backlit boards.
QPad, Max Keyboard, XArmor, Razer and a few other brands are made by iOne, so if you're not willing to buy from boards made by that OEM, they'll be out of the question.


As far as standard boards go:
Ducky DK9008, DK9008-G2, DK9008-G2 Pro
Rosewill's non-backlit line-up
Filco

Cooler Master's Storm Quickfire TK is also an option, but it's a weird one since it's a compact keyboard but integrates the arrow keys, and edit cluster into the num-pad instead of getting rid of the numpad.

Thanks! I think I might go for the Ducky Shine II Tenkeyless.
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11/14/12 at 6:17am
Since I have a job now and considering spending a bit more, should I really spend the extra money (if I can find one in stock) for a Ducky Shine II (MX Brown keys and not sure about which LEDs)? I was originally thinking of a CM Storm Trigger. Or maybe a Logitech G710+?
Edited by SolidSnakeUS - 11/14/12 at 6:22am
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11/14/12 at 6:26am
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Since I have a job now and considering spending a bit more, should I really spend the extra money (if I can find one in stock) for a Ducky Shine II (MX Brown keys and not sure about which LEDs)? I was originally thinking of a CM Storm Trigger. Or maybe a Logitech G710+?

go to tigerimports they have DKL editions now for 135$ just 13$ less from full keyboard lol

i was thinking about checking em out but i just love my das so much but the LED backlit...gets to me -,-

i was thinking about getting green LED tho~ with brown
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11/14/12 at 6:26am
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Since I have a job now and considering spending a bit more, should I really spend the extra money (if I can find one in stock) for a Ducky Shine II (MX Brown keys and not sure about which LEDs)? I was originally thinking of a CM Storm Trigger. Or maybe a Logitech G710+?

The Ducky Shine II is probably your best bet. The Trigger would be your best alternative. Not sure about the Logitech though...
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