I used the brass plate and gateron pro yellow switches (lightly lubed with 205g0). I like the switches a lot.
I built it a while back and didn’t think much of the sound. Lately I’ve been using a lot of plastic boards with some form of dampening, and I’ve gotten used to a deeper, more muted sound signature.
So when I came back to the xeno, I was surprised by how bright and slightly hollow it sounded. Trying to tone that down a bit. It still doesn’t sound perfect by any means, but it’s about 30% better. I could probably tape mod it or put some thin foam to help.
I’m curious if it would take anything off of a Boba U4T stem or not? I’m still a little paranoid to mount GMK sets on those stems as they seem tighter than even certain Gateron stems (or anything other than the host of JWK switches that I have which seem to be a bit undersized, especially the first batch Alpacas and H1’s). Alas, I no longer have my stemshaver to experiment with.
Tape modding my Space65 V2 really brought it to life (one layer of painters tape, one layer of gaffer’s tape over it), and it didn’t undercut it’s natural sound signature imho. The plate and case foam sadly couldn’t prevent the hollowness.
I know for me sometimes a little change can make me want to use a board all the time vs actively ignoring it’s existence if it doesn’t meet my expectations (yes, I’m spoiled).
Finally trying out my DCX set today. Very nice, quality keycaps. Im wishing they would have reversed the mod colors with the accent colors. The deep green is perfection. Maybe I’ll suggest it on Dorp for a r2 version. Maybe an all dark green version that you can buy as a new set or mix and match with this r1 version.
Edit: I just noticed that I have two keys for “< ,” but no key for “> .” haha.
I sent a message to the mekibo team just now and hopefully they can send me a replacement lol
Edit 2: Mekibo support team was so quick in responding and placing the replacement order for the missing key.
Got a Mode Sonnet as a birthday present (to myself). I ordered the keycaps 3 years ago with the intention of putting them on a board like this, so it’s nice to finally be able to do that. It’s a combination of gray SA Genespeed and blue SA Godspeed keys. The Sonnet has the white top and gold bottom, with the gold accent bar. The switches are 62g Aqua Kings. I’d say it’s pretty nice!
Looks great! I recently picked up a genespeed set for $60! It’s a nice color and makes for some fun combinations.
I’m using the mods with Godspeed alphas.
This is my hotswap ladybird with TTC Matrix tactile switches. I am surprised by how nice these switches feel and sound with SA keycaps. I suppose the mounting method also impacts the overall feel.
Finally lubed some Jwick blacks and put them in a board. Quite nice. Went fairly heavy with 205g0. These can take extra lube and remain nice and clacky.
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