Not All Linears Are The Same!
Figure 1: Not even all of these (mostly) KTT-made linears are the same! After all of my years of collecting, reviewing, and obsessing over switches, I can say with certainty that linear switches are the most misunderstood of all of the switch types. No, I’m not talking about mechanically either, as all of the claims of them “just going straight up and down” are somewhat kind of true. (Not too much though, don’t get that excited.) The part that is often misunderstood, though, is usually in what is being implied when people say that these switches just go straight up and down – “All linears might as well be the same.” If the title of this article didn’t make that obvious enough to you, I find that sort of idea to be completely and utterly wrong. The people who make these implications wouldn’t say that a Cherry MX Black is the same as a Novelkeys Cream switch? They also certainly wouldn’t ever claim that every Gateron-made linear is the same as every fancy TTC one out there...
May 29, 2024
Applying the App We know how important it is to have full, customizable control over your keymappings and lighting options. That's why we’ve built a Windows- and Mac-compatible configurator application for the SENSE75—complete with an easy-to-use interface that lets you quickly customize your keys and lighting. Future versions of the application will allow you to share your creations as well. Stating Our Case(s) Adding to the SENSE75’s luxurious sensory experience is a gorgeous case made from CNC-machined, aircraft-grade aluminum. The exceptional build quality is apparent, even from the closest angles. Inspect the precision-chamfered edges, and you’ll be hard pressed to find a sharp corner anywhere on this keyboard. For those looking for something brighter than our standard Nightfall version, we’re releasing a special edition of the SENSE75 finished with a white electrophoretic coating. This process, commonly used in fine jewelry, creates a stunning clean white look while building on the natural metallic luster of the aluminum case.
Turning the Knob When designing the SENSE75, it’s safe to say we left no knob unturned. Listening to community input, we knew our newest board would come equipped with a knob—and we took our time choosing the right one. We carefully analyzed over twenty different rotary encoders and debated the merits of each color, material, and finish. We settled on an aluminum knob with mountain knurling. This knurling pattern creates a very high-grip finish that requires a minimal amount of torque to spin. This is paired with the premium alps encoder that provides precision and a satisfying click as it rotates through each detent.