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Poblopuablo
338
Mar 10, 2018
Ok so 1st off this is a good deal for some people, not for me, and here is why.
I would configure mine with gateron blue switches and black legend keycaps. This would cost 141. This would get shipped out in 3 months.
Comparatively I could go this route: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Tada68-Mechanical-keyboard-gateron-swtich-65-layout-Dye-sub-keycaps-cherry-profils-enjoypbt-keycap-cherry-profile/32807055607.html?aff_platform=product&cpt=1520677093341&sk=jaMj2bm&aff_trace_key=f7a390f004734564bf74f5018d802df3-1520677093341-00038-jaMj2bm&terminal_id=f39b2f1b71f742eaabf70f4455703e14
It will cost me 169 for basically the same set up. With a couple exceptions.
Exceptions: 1. Pre assembled, so I don't have to buy solder and tools, or have to pay someone to do it for me. 2. Comes with white LEDs. 3. Will ship pretty quick and I'd have it in 3-4 weeks tops. 4. 30$ more expensive
For me, the extra 30 would be worth it for the LEDs(yes I know it's just backlighting and the caps aren't shine through, but i like to have the option to maybe change my caps down the raod to pbt double shot translucent legends), and the fact that I don't have to worry about soldering or anything, and it arrives quicker.
Where it makes sense for some people is when the have any of the following:
1. Already own Keycaps and or switches that will be used instead 2. Want specific, non listed, switches or keycaps (Like DSA, SA, or different color scheme all together). 3. Have access to tools to solder (or a person to do it for free or cheap) 4. Just love the idea that THEY made it. :) (This would be me, but let's be honest.... I'd screw this up... I'm pretty clumsy!!) 5. Are not in a rush and want the best price. 6. Can easily get better stabilizers(for additional 10-15USD) 7. Patience (definitely NOT me)
Like I said it IS a good deal, but it's not for everyone (kinda obvious). I'd still go with the AliExpress one.
Winterheim
31
Mar 13, 2018
PoblopuabloKBDfans offers a wider range of switches plus an option to choose from a wide range of LED colors and the low profile aluminum case. It still depends on availability but I feel that you'd get it faster and cheaper there than here in MD.
arda
239
Apr 16, 2018
PoblopuabloI also suggest trying KBDFans's own website for custom builds. You can choose more (any) switches, more LED colors, more cases and types of keycaps, and they also offer assembly service there, so pretty sure it's worth it.
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