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Drop + Invyr Holy Panda Mechanical Switches
$85

Drop + Invyr Holy Panda Mechanical Switches

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It Lives Up to My Expectation
Everyone's expectation is different. Although I have high hope for Holy Panda, I tried to keep my expectation in check. I have not tried all the switches under the sun nor do I have all type of key caps at my arsenal; but I do have quite a few to compare. I used to like clicky heavy switches and Cherry MX Blue were my go to switch. Four out of eight keyboards I currently own came with Cherry MX Blue out of the box. Two are Gateron Blue and one was Cherry MX Brown. I don't like liner type switches, but I like tactile switches. I grew tired of Cherry MX Blue after I started comparing tactile feedback and sound signature against different type of keycaps, and numerous other switches. In my option, Cherry MX Blue performs better than all three Gateron switches (Blue, Brown, Green) I tired. There is one thing that Cherry MX Blue really irritates me. That is the ringing sound I heard across all keycaps on Cherry MX Blue when I bottom out. Every time after I press down a key and release it, it gives me this subtle ring that keeps getting louder the faster I type. But none of the switches I tried came close to overall feel and sound of Cherry MX Blue until I tried Hako switches. Only Hako Royal True sounds better than Cherry MX Blue, but it was too heavy compared to Cherry MX Blue. When I compare Cherry MX Blue to Hako Royal True, it gave me the tactile feedback and sound signature I was looking for. I want something that sound like Hako Royal True but with lighter tactile that is closer to Cherry MX blue. I knew if I can get a switch lighter tactile than Hako Royal True, but a similar but more subtle feel than Cherry MX Blue, I can retire from this hobby. At least from the key switches and PCB layouts. Then, I read about Holy Panda switch that combined two switches into one to give unique sound signature. I listened to typing tests around the Internet and checked their tactile signature against all switches. I blindly pull a trigger on 110 switches twice on Drop. One set for Kira keyboard at work and another for my GK 84 at home with some switches to spare. I have never been happier to type and hear the Holy Pandas with either SA or DSA profiles. My search for perfect switch has ended. I found my holy grail. I am more than happy with my purchase. Holy Panda has stretch the itch I was having for 5 years.
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Better than I thought
I'd like to preface this with I did not open these switches up and lube them. These are stock. Everything feels fine to me, not sure why people are so upset. While I was waiting for these I ordered some yok housings with some halo trues and 68g sprit springs + 3203 lube and figured it would be the same. These were totally different and more tactile. Maybe it's the 68g sprit that made them not the same I'm not sure. I also bought some 67g zealios v2 and I don't understand how people say these are more tactile than holy pandas. Holy pandas were much better than zealios v2 for sure. I have shared my these 3 different switches with my coworkers and we are in agreement that the holy pandas were the best out of the 3. They are endgame switches for sure and I'll probably have to buy more than the 180 I bought on the first drop
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Jenny8675309
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Mar 20, 2023
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Drop+ Invyr Holy Panda switches
I was a MX brown user until I found these. Now running a set each of these switches on the Drop+Ctrl deep dish keyboards running in my office as well as the one in my workshop. Love pairing them up with a set of keycaps from Matt3o. The difference between a setup you will buy from DROP vs. something off-the-self on a popular e-commerce site is much akin to the difference between a F350 vs. a light duty pickup. If you are someone who makes a living behind the keyboard, you deserve the best. It's time.
AngelYuno
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Mar 20, 2023
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Live up to the hype
They sound, and feel great. Still a very good option. However, considering the amount of great quality alternatives for half the price even, now the price, which was perfectly justifiable, is less so now, and hardest thing to swallow about holy pandas.
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Tource
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Mar 15, 2023
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False advertising
I've not been able to successfully purchase a single item from drop without facing issues. The pictures show that youre getting the Holy Pandas with the Invyr tops, but youre going to receive them with DROP's logo on it. Quite a misrepresentation if you ask me.
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Mar 10, 2023
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Very noticeable bump but scratchier than expected
These are very tactile and you'll notice immediately the bump on the down press. However, this switch isn't as smooth as I would like as you can feel the scratchiness. If you're looking for the most tactile experience this is it.
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Mar 8, 2023
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I think it feels the best among Tactile switches.
I think the feeling of hitting the bottom of the keyboard is stronger than the previous version... isnt it???
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uncommon31
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Mar 6, 2023
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These are one of the benchmark tactiles so they are a (justifiable) must for collectors
Excellent switch, would really really REALLY appreciate more granular information on these because I don't run them on my main gaming keeb because I can't find enough information about them to trust they are the most precise possible. Great for typing though my sister and girlfriend like them a lot, 8/10 for me which is good but I have 9s. Suspect the switch game has just gotten more innovative since these first came out.
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Met expectations
Nice change of pace from Cherry blues which were my previous standards. Application of lube helped a ton and may be why others have had a disappointing experience with these.
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Mar 3, 2023
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The best switches ever
I'm a Cherry MX fan, but this switches changed my mind.
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Feb 18, 2023
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A very good tactile switch
My experiences in tactile switches are limited being new to the scene, but I can confidently say these are worlds better than cherry mx browns that you'd find in keyboards from big name brands.
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Feb 12, 2023
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The best switches I have ever used
They are the best switches I have ever used. Great sound and feel. It'd be even better if they are not this expensive.
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