what is the big difference between a mechanical keyboard and rubber dome, i own a rubber dome and have never touched a mechanical keyboard, do they have an entirely different feel, do they make tapping or streaming 10x easier? i know about the various switches and how each one is but i want to know if it has such a big impact on play style for the big price that the keyboards are before i chose to buy one.
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Some computer stores will usually have some mechanical keyboards out for trying out, I feel that it's usually best to actually go try them out for yourself there, although I'm in Canada so I don't which stores in America will do this. Just don't go all out trying to figure out how fast you can stream on them otherwise people would think you're crazy.
They don't really make streaming or tapping easier (Unless you have a really, really stiff rubber dome board), just way more comfortable and consistent. Getting a mech didn't improve my speed or stamina much at all, but it helped me get way more precise. They are also a lot more pleasant to type on, which is possibly the most important aspect if you use computers a lot outside of osu!.
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ah alright, thanks for the answers, il try to go to some stores to see if there are any keyboards around to try,if not then il just wing it one day and buy one.
Mechanical keyboards are more responsive since it types as your key goes down as opposed to when it's fully down. I know I've had some pretty crummy keyboards before my current mechanical one but I dunno what kind you're using.
They are a big switch at a high (or higher) cost so if you know anyone who has a mechanical keyboard, I'd recommend trying theirs for a little while before committing.
They are a big switch at a high (or higher) cost so if you know anyone who has a mechanical keyboard, I'd recommend trying theirs for a little while before committing.
Agreed.Luna wrote:
They are also a lot more pleasant to type on, which is possibly the most important aspect if you use computers a lot outside of osu!.
Put simply, mech keyboards are more comfortable and easier on your fingers (if you don't bottom out the keys all the time) since they require less pressure to register a key compared to rubber dome.
In America, Fry's Electronics lets you try out some of their keyboards. But I'm not 100% about it. Probably need to check up on other computer/tech stores.
But due to the different cherry mx switches available, you need to go around and try out some of the keyboards before you decide to drop $70-100+.
In America, Fry's Electronics lets you try out some of their keyboards. But I'm not 100% about it. Probably need to check up on other computer/tech stores.
But due to the different cherry mx switches available, you need to go around and try out some of the keyboards before you decide to drop $70-100+.
Another important factor is how long the keys last. Rubber domes go mushy and stiff after a few months to a year or so, depending on how often they're used. On the other hand, a mech will feel like a mech for as long as it lasts--probably forever.
Although mechanical keyboards clearly last by miles longer, they don't even remotely last forever. This depends a lot on how much you abuse your board, but I've already gone through three without any spills or abuse other than mashing buttons really fast. I believe lewa has gone through a few as well and I'm sure it's not just us two.
I've also heard that brand is a factor as well.
I have a Razer Black Widow and it's been amazing so far but I know a friend who owns a Logitech because she claims Razer stuff breaks really easily (which I don't agree with, but hey, may as well mention it).
So you may want to look into brands, get opinions on that.
I have a Razer Black Widow and it's been amazing so far but I know a friend who owns a Logitech because she claims Razer stuff breaks really easily (which I don't agree with, but hey, may as well mention it).
So you may want to look into brands, get opinions on that.
I have a friend who says he's wondering if he can RMA his Razer mouse a second time. (I don't remember which one it was, I don't follow Razer silliness.) Because it's broken on him a second time, and I mean complete failure. Both occurred less than a year after purchase/initial RMA.
That said, it may not be the same story with their keyboards, and he might've even just gotten a bad mouse two times, but it's possible that their manufacturing process isn't the best.
That said, it may not be the same story with their keyboards, and he might've even just gotten a bad mouse two times, but it's possible that their manufacturing process isn't the best.
I have a friend whose had a Razer mouse break fairly quickly too. She wasn't pleased.Kitsunemimi wrote:
I have a friend who says he's wondering if he can RMA his Razer mouse a second time. (I don't remember which one it was, I don't follow Razer silliness.) Because it's broken on him a second time, and I mean complete failure. Both occurred less than a year after purchase/initial RMA.
That said, it may not be the same story with their keyboards, and he might've even just gotten a bad mouse two times, but it's possible that their manufacturing process isn't the best.
Err. I'm not exactly sure. Doing a quick search, it looks like Razer has some policies... Have him do a quick search, it'd be worth it if they do take it since their stuff is a little pricey.