What is SpaceFN and why you should give it a try
The SpaceFN concept - setting up your space key as a layer switch when held - is probably one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby. Let me explain how it works. My SpaceFN article on kbd.news made some rounds recently - quite surprisingly given the age of this concept. This piece you're reading is a condensed version of the full post. If you're left with unanswered questions, you'll most likely find the info you're looking for in the original write-up. On my imaginary top list of the most useful keyboard features, tweaks and hacks, SpaceFN would deserve a podium finish for sure. But what makes it so special? In short: SpaceFN is easy to implement, easy to learn, costs nothing, can be used with any keyboard, and can improve your productivity instantly. I will list its benefits below, but can state right at this point that the SpaceFN concept, setting up your space key as a layer switch when held, is clearly one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby....
Apr 30, 2024
RF 55G Comes with some of the best caps on the market both PBT with excellent feel and Dyesub and a 2 year warranty from EK.com
RC930 109$ But has trash caps and goodluck getting any sort of warranty support should you need it,which for a board with parts near impossible to find replacements for is sort of important IMO. But even the caps alone you are going to be paying a minimal of 60$ for mid range DyeSub PBT caps bringing your price now to 169.99$ with no warranty. So really it's only a 35$ premium for the Real Topre sound and feel TBH.
I totally get and understand the requirement or desire of MX stems for some people and if that makes it worth it to you i get it totally do!
But Real Topre really isn't "Overpriced" Given the compared build quality/Warranty from a well known distributor and stock caps that even a remote closeness in quality is going to cost 60+$ for...I guess i don't really consider it that expensive when looking at the entire picture.
Now Topre boards like the 300$ HHKB Type-S? Entire other matter and that's just insane :p
I agree with your points, I just again myself can't justify a real Topre over the RK ever.
People make Topre artisan caps but not as much as MX. It's a numbers game. I am at the point now where I won't even buy an artisan unless it is LED compatible. I use my LED and want to see my caps glow.
Cheers! =)