Keyboard Nut Thread

[Stangrhys1102]

You right I think it is an alu body, just the paint job that made me think it's plastic....

The M1W and M3W are also a fully assembled boards with full alu bodies with the wireless flexibility for the same price which is why I am leaning towards this

I have the M7W which I am really happy with. Can recommend this route even though I want to sell my Mod007 😅

 

[Pindyman]

I have the M7W which I am really happy with. Can recommend this route even though I want to sell my Mod007 😅

Did u purchase direct from monsgeek?

 

[Stangrhys1102]

Did u purchase direct from monsgeek?

Yup, ordered directly from them. They shipped quite quickly and I think I paid about R500 to get it through customs. I reckon it was about R3000 all in with the switches. When I bought, the M7W was 20% off.

 

[Pindyman]

Does this price include shipping and import tax? Or do you have somewhere to buy them locally?

Total pricing from them shows 165 dollar which if they use DHL would include the taxes...i

 

[PsychoErtjie]

Total pricing from them shows 165 dollar which if they use DHL would include the taxes...i

DHL shipping does not include taxes unless it comes from Amazon? Tax needs to be paid before delivery.

 

[M.Kaskar]

I think I might have fallen in love

 

[Pindyman]

DHL shipping does not include taxes unless it comes from Amazon? Tax needs to be paid before delivery.

I'll find out in a few days I guess

 

[M.Kaskar]

Has anyone ordered from this website before? Been searching for a GMK Black Retro OEM set & somehow Yuup.co.za has it “in stock”. This e-commerce store is apparently based in Durban. When I called the customer service number, I was told it ships directly from China to my door within 8-12 working days & import fees are included with a standard shipping cost of R99. Hello Peter rated Yuup at 2.8 stars, ranging from this store is a scam to it being the greatest place on God’s green earth.
I might take the plunge & hope for the best.

 

[M.Kaskar]

Nevemind found it, GMK has it on their official website for 100USD under the Circus Red Series.

 

[Cujo26]

Has anyone ordered from this website before? Been searching for a GMK Black Retro OEM set & somehow Yuup.co.za has it “in stock”. This e-commerce store is apparently based in Durban. When I called the customer service number, I was told it ships directly from China to my door within 8-12 working days & import fees are included with a standard shipping cost of R99. Hello Peter rated Yuup at 2.8 stars, ranging from this store is a scam to it being the greatest place on God’s green earth.
I might take the plunge & hope for the best.

Nevemind found it, GMK has it on their official website for 100USD under the Circus Red Series.

I was just about to say that I can guarantee you that set isn't real - GMK does not produce any ABS caps.

What official site are you looking at? Their only websites I know of are UNIQEY and Startseite - GMK electronic design GmbH

 

[M.Kaskar]

Figured as much

This was the website I found it on

GMK + Circus Red Series Cherry Custom Keycap Set - GMK Keycaps

Upgrade your keyboard with the GMK + Circus Red Series Cherry Custom Keycap Set and immerse yourself in a world of color, style, and superior typing comfort

www.gmkkeycaps.com

However I think I’ll go with the Drop GMK Redsun. Amazon currently has a 65% kit for 95USD.

To my understanding most if not all GMK keycaps are made from ABS, which is rather strange choice considering PBT is regarded as a more durable material. However GMK uses a far denser ABS mould which even the scales. Notably, ABS is easier to machine, has greater colour saturation & clarity in text when done correctly = GMK

 

[Cujo26]

Figured as much

This was the website I found it on

GMK + Circus Red Series Cherry Custom Keycap Set - GMK Keycaps

Upgrade your keyboard with the GMK + Circus Red Series Cherry Custom Keycap Set and immerse yourself in a world of color, style, and superior typing comfort

www.gmkkeycaps.com

However I think I’ll go with the Drop GMK Redsun. Amazon currently has a 65% kit for 95USD.

To my understanding all if not all GMK is made from ABS, which was a strange from its PBT counterpart. However GMK uses a far denser ABD mould.

Yeah that's not actually their site. GMK is based in Germany and this website would get them in quite a bit of legal hot water if they kept it that way in Germany/anywhere in Europe

 

[M.Kaskar]

Yeah that's not actually their site. GMK is based in Germany and this website would get them in quite a bit of legal hot water if they kept it that way in Germany/anywhere in Europe

I had a stark suspicion that was the case, luckily I found a Drop set that is made by GMK on Amazon. I think this is my best bet

DROP + Redsuns GMK Red Samurai Keycap Set for 65% Keyboards - Compatible with Cherry MX Switches and Clones (65% 75-Key Kit) https://a.co/d/btr6qnW

 

[Cujo26]

I had a stark suspicion that was the case, luckily I found a Drop set that is made by GMK on Amazon. I think this is my best bet

DROP + Redsuns GMK Red Samurai Keycap Set for 65% Keyboards - Compatible with Cherry MX Switches and Clones (65% 75-Key Kit) Amazon.com

Yeah those are legit - Drop is basically the only company with instock GMK

 

[Pindyman]

well shyte...i just found out that the keyboard i had laying around is actually hot swappable and it looks like the it can be taken apart to perhaps try out some mods....

The keyboard is a redragon k580 vata, got it as part of a bundle i bought to get my kid a headset and mouse so its just been laying in the cupboard....

anyone have any experience with t this board....im assuming as it is redragon it will only b e compapatible with outemu switches...looks like the board has outemu blues in currently...

lets hit youtube and see

 

[Cujo26]

well shyte...i just found out that the keyboard i had laying around is actually hot swappable and it looks like the it can be taken apart to perhaps try out some mods....

The keyboard is a redragon k580 vata, got it as part of a bundle i bought to get my kid a headset and mouse so its just been laying in the cupboard....

anyone have any experience with t this board....im assuming as it is redragon it will only b e compapatible with outemu switches...looks like the board has outemu blues in currently...

lets hit youtube and see

You can try the Akko Jelly switches as well, they also have the small pins

 

[Pindyman]

You can try the Akko Jelly switches as well, they also have the small pins

hmmm..these switches are 2 pin....

 

[Pindyman]

Just found tht I have another hot swappable Keyboard laying around🤣🤣🤣 the k630 Dragonborn now I don't need to buy anything to experiment with

 

[Cujo26]

hmmm..these switches are 2 pin....

So long as there's a mounting plate, it won't matter

 

[Pindyman]

DHL shipping does not include taxes unless it comes from Amazon? Tax needs to be paid before delivery.

So just an update from monsgeek after corresponding with them. They assist to reduce customs by "reducing" the value of the package

 

[Cujo26]

So just an update from monsgeek after corresponding with them. They assist to reduce customs by "reducing" the value of the package

Very nice of them

 

[M.Kaskar]

Has anyone built a Zyko switch? I’ve been contemplating building it. Would it be worth the effort or should I just get Neapolitan Ice Cream switches instead?

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[PandaAttack1]

Has anyone built a Zyko switch? I’ve been contemplating building it. Would it be worth the effort or should I just get Neapolitan Ice Cream switches instead?

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Get gateron yellows and lube them up. Leave all this new gen nonsense.

 

[PandaAttack1]

So just an update from monsgeek after corresponding with them. They assist to reduce customs by "reducing" the value of the package

riské

 

[M.Kaskar]

Yeah those are legit - Drop is basically the only company with instock GMK

To my knowledge, Drop & ilumkb are the only two companies with in stock GMK’s . ilumkb having the largest variety. Granted with a substantial price hike. I’m considering coping a set of these futurecrime GMK’s

[In Stock] GMK CYL DMG 3

Product Info Created by futurecrime, this keyset aims to wake your 90s nostalgia by adapting the aesthetics of the Nintendo Gameboy. GMK Keycap Specifications Produced by GMK Profile: Cherry Sculpt:1-1-2-3-4-4 Legends: Doubleshot Plastic: ABS Thickness: 1.5mm Designed by futurecrime

ilumkb.com

 

[M.Kaskar]

Get gateron yellows and lube them up. Leave all this new gen nonsense.

Gateron yellows are fairly good budget creamy linear’s, especially once lubed. Personally prefer my Gateron Ink V2 Black’s & Oil king’s. I recently opted to get Zeal Clickiez to spice things up a tad. Out of curiosity, I want to tinker with some of the newer releases from upcoming studios.

 

[PandaAttack1]

Gateron yellows are fairly good budget creamy linear’s, especially once lubed. Personally prefer my Gateron Ink V2 Black’s & Oil king’s. I recently opted to get Zeal Clickiez to spice things up a tad. Out of curiosity, I want to tinker with some of the newer releases from upcoming studios.

They are not just fairly good, they compete with Inks. I will open my wallet again when they bring something new.. Most of the new stuff is just boring iterations of stuff we've seen already. 🤢

 

[M.Kaskar]

They are not just fairly good, they compete with Inks. I will open my wallet again when they bring something new.. Most of the new stuff is just boring iterations of stuff we've seen already. 🤢

I agree, many newly released switches are not revolutionary. With that being said, minor iterations & community Frankenstein switches largely plays the role that eventually leads us to the promised land, innovation. Although we do have a few notable releases, whilst not my cup of tea, the Wooting Lekker, Gateron KS & Geonworks Raptor magnetic hall effect switches are of note. Regarding clicky switches, the Zeal Clickiez are the first attempt by a manufacturer to recreate Alps. Whilst not a 1:1 recreation it serves as an admirable entry for this somewhat ignored segment. The Napoleon Ice Cream switch caught my eye as it was an adept attempt at recreating the Zyko Frankenstein switch. Was it a perfect reproduction? Not by a long shot but a switch worth looking at. Once upon a time the Holy Panda was a Frankenstein switch, created by one brave soul that decided to tinker.

 

[dhirennaidoo]

Does anyone know if Mill-Max Hotwap sockets are available locally?

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Yo, did you come right with this? I want to try converting my Mistel MD770 with these, but the R600 delivery fee via DigiKey is a bit shocking 😂

 

[Cujo26]

Yo, did you come right with this? I want to try converting my Mistel MD770 with these, but the R600 delivery fee via DigiKey is a bit shocking 😂

Get someone to join you, free shipping over R2000