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Motospeed CK107 Backlight Mechanical Keyboard at GearBest US $42.92 / ~AU $56.96

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Motospeed CK107 Backlight Mechanical Keyboard at GearBest US $42.92 / ~AU $56.96
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YellowKnight on 06/02/2017 - 21:44 gearbest.com (601 clicks)
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I was, and still am, on the hunt for a decent valued mechanical keyboard. And as I'm finding the decent ones are way over $150, I came across this.

Main features:
● A variety of cool LED lighting effects
● Full keyboard without conflict, fast response
● All mechanical switch, e-sports player professional standard equipment
● Multimedia function key combination, having a balance between work and game
● Free EEPROM memory, chips adopt flash memory
● Quick Win, avoid fighting game by accident

And according to this Reddit post which I found during my research, they have Cherry MX switches
https://www.reddit.com/r/battlestations/comments/5rig4d/fina…

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  • Diji1 on 06/02/2017 - 21:54
    +2

    Nice find.

    Actually I am not so sure. I Googled a bit and it appears suspicious to me as to whether they are actually Cherry MX switches. Some sources say yes.

    But some descriptions on sites selling the keyboard claim that they're "famous blue switches" with "50 million keystrokes" which sounds exactly like Cherry MX … but then why not say. It would not surprise me if they're knockoff switches.

    And then I found other keyboards by the same brand that are fakes, even a membrane sold as a mechanical.

    • YellowKnight on 06/02/2017 - 22:02
      +9

      Your Google-Fu in a span of 10 minutes is tremendous.

    • tempting on 06/02/2017 - 22:07

      I'm sure they're just a knockoff switch. If they were Cherry MX they would clearly state it and it would sell more. At this price point kinda sounds too good to be true.

  • nagel on 06/02/2017 - 21:59

    Can the leds be turned off?

  • Checkboy on 06/02/2017 - 22:02
    +1

    Hey there.

    These are not Cherry MX switches, they are clones. But since they are clones, they mimic the feel. They will feel a bit more stiffer and heavier, and will be a touch louder. The consistency may be a touch off, but overall the clicks and tactile experience will be had.

    Only a handful of mechanical keyboards use Cherry MX RGB switches, as only in recent times it's been open for other companies to use. (Corsair had a 1 year exclusive period)

  • Nukkels on 06/02/2017 - 22:25

    Cherry MX.. what sort of switches? Not interested in clicky ones.

    • ozbjunkie on 07/02/2017 - 07:09
      +1

      Brown for tactile feedback, red without.
      But as above these are not not true cherry switches, so I'm answering your question in general.

  • pwrusr-com on 06/02/2017 - 22:29

    Good review for CK108:
    http://www.cgmagonline.com/reviews/motospeed-ck108-mechanica…

    I wonder what's different bw CK107 (white, OP's) vs CK108 (black, reviewed above).

  • renji on 06/02/2017 - 22:47

    I would go for the CK104 over this one. It's only a few bucks more and you can configure individual key's LED - this one just has columns of colour.

    No, it doesn't have Cherry switches but they still have the same nice feel. For the price, I don't think there's anything better available. Also, gearbest are a pretty safe place to buy, mine was delivered in one week.

  • joshm998 on 06/02/2017 - 22:54

    I have a similar keyboard and it has clone Cherry MX blue switchies and they are really good.

  • StingyBritches on 06/02/2017 - 23:45

    If you are governed only by price then that Motospeed may suit.

    I followed a different route and opted to spend a LOT more and purchased a daskeyboard with Cherry MX blues. 3.5 years later and it's still as good as new and cops heavy daily usage. Also, the key caps are laser-etched, so the letters never fade or rub off.

    Cheapie, knockoff keyboards? Sorta like buying 4-5 cheap dishwashers, or stumping up and buying a Miele that lasts even longer. It may cost more at the start, but you end up saving money in the long term.

    OP, I'm not knocking you - merely offering an alternate thought. Regardless, once you go to a mechanical keyboard you'll never go back!

    http://www.daskeyboard.com/

    Comparisons of the different mechanical key switches:
    http://www.daskeyboard.com/switches/

    • belongsinforums on 07/02/2017 - 00:26

      I have a Rosewill (cheapie) with cherry mx blues that hasn't skipped a beat and is as good as new. Couple years now banging on the keys each day.

    • StingyBritches on 07/02/2017 - 11:32

      Ouch! Negged for offering some advice, and wishing the OP good luck? Tough audience today!

    • loke on 07/02/2017 - 17:14

      Daskeyboard started skimping on switches ~2 years ago and use Greetech for their switches now, no savings passed down to the consumer even when they source cheaper switches. Razer similarly started using Kailh (Kaihua) and Greetech too.

      It's of course acceptable to use different switches (cheaper doesn't mean crappier, in fact their tooling will be newer than Cherry's and there's always slight differences, e.g. Gateron browns are pretty smooth if you don't like your browns feeling grainy), don't forget to look for opinions on reddit /r/mechanicalkeyboards / geekhack / deskthority on the feel of these switches.

      As for keycaps, laser etched ABS is probably pretty standard (still a step up from coated etched abs for backlighting in terms of durability) - material wise a lot of people favour PBT due to its durability against wear (you'll end up getting 'shiny' and smoothed/polished keycap surfaces with prolonged use) and usually use more material giving the keycaps thicker walls and a 'thockier' feel/sound. For legends (keycap text) double shot (2 different coloured or even 2 different plastics) or dye-sublimated keycaps (legends dyed into the keys) are preferred.

      As for a white mechanical keyboards, I'd probably look at the Vortex? IKBC F108 White RGB iirc they were somehow connected to Ducky and at least share the same keycap OEMs (double shot pom/pbt backlits). I use a ducky YOTG myself with the vortex pom/pbt backlits.

  • cheapsk8 on 07/02/2017 - 02:27

    I went for this one:
    https://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Metoo-Gaming-Mechan…
    A choice of switches and layouts, some metal in the build, and better lighting (more like the CK104).

    • Checkboy on 07/02/2017 - 03:56

      Have you received it yet? Because that looks like fixed lighting, which in turn would be inferior.

      • MxBlue on 07/02/2017 - 08:26

        Definitely seems like fixed lighting, that exact pattern is fairly common on aliexpress.

      • cheapsk8 on 07/02/2017 - 13:15

        It's still in the post.

        It's not fixed lighting. The add states 10 backlight modes.
        More pics/GIF from the same seller here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Metoo-Backlit-Gaming-Origina…
        Also lists RTS and FPS lighting (e.g. only illuminates the WASD keys)

        There are videos on youtube that show the modes and effects.

        • Checkboy on 07/02/2017 - 16:21

          Hi, yep sorry, I didn't elaborate. What I meant was that it's fixed in that the LEDs are not RGB - meaning they don't change colour. Each row has a singular colour LED. For example, the bottom row is red, the one above that is blue, etc. The one posted here is also like that, where each key just has 1 colour - but in a different pattern.

          The CK104 that you mentioned has RGB LEDs in which can change colour. That is the difference.

          Sorry to be the bearer of bad news :(

        • cheapsk8 on 08/02/2017 - 02:42

          Ah I see. Thanks for the extra info.
          It is pretty (except for the mixed colour mode!). However I wanted red switches and I still prefer the non RGB LEDs for the $17 less that I paid. So I'm still happy.

  • JoseEduardoRP on 07/02/2017 - 06:56
    +1

    CK104 and CK108 are the way to go. I have a CK108 myself, with blue switches that mimic the feel of the Cherry MX Blue. I'll chip in my two cents on the subject.

    The switches are made by Outemu (knowingly on the CK104 and CK108 variants, not sure about the other ones). Outemu switches are pretty well rated outside of the flagship keyboard switches, being quoted the best cost-benefit option on the market, rated higher than the Kailh and Razer switches (which they swear it's not the same one, so I'll give them the benefit of the doubt).

    As for the feel: it IS a mechanical keyboard. It is NOT a Cherry MX mechanical keyboard. It is going to be a little different. Manufacturers try to mimic the feel of the classic Cherry switches, but in all honesty, how sensible are your fingertips man? It is a budget keyboard and it will serve the purpose. Build quality will not be on par with the more expensive options but that goes for every single piece of product or service that falls into the "best budget" category. You want premium you pay premium. It doesn't mean that the keyboard feels like shit though. It is a solid investment if what you're looking for is a relatively cheap mechanical keyboard.

    CK104 now comes with the Outemu red switch. I've seen other keyboards with Outemu's blacks and browns. Pretty neat. I absolutely recommend it if you cannot afford or don't want to pay premium prices for a slightly better keyboard.

    Edit: it is worth pointing out that no Motospeed keyboard comes with NKRO capabilities, even though they openly advertise it on their products. They have 11KRO capabilities or something like that. Shady, but I don't think Chinese companies care that much about accurate marketing anyway.

  • llama on 07/02/2017 - 08:52
    -1

    My understanding is that you cannot actually buy from Gearbest and Banggood US warehouses.

    I am pretty sure they are only for domestic /local postage, and shipment to AU must be made from International warehouses.

    Has anybody actually tried to buy from the OPS link?

    • cheapsk8 on 07/02/2017 - 13:33

      Oops, not a neg. I gotta stop clicking on that side of the screen when I scroll.

      Did you change your ship-to country and currency to AU (at the top right)?

      • llama on 07/02/2017 - 21:53

        Did you change your ship-to country and currency to AU (at the top right)?

        I am not buying, so I never checked.

        However I seem to have misread the OP Title on my phone, and my comment above about warehouses relates to that.

        I read it as …Mechanical Keyboard at GearBest US $42.92

        When in fact the OP was trying to say …Mechanical Keyboard at GearBest US$42.92

        Adding a space between US and $ is very unusual way to write currency!

        The Deal keyboard ships from China Warehouse, not US warehouse - so no problemo.

        My comment related to specific Country warehouses, as indicated by the filter (left menu) and county flags shown against each item in this Gearbest search link: http://www.gearbest.com/warehouse/?wid=27

        Banggood and DX have similar. Banggood especially has special deals just for items ex-US and EU. You cannot get those items shipped to AU.

  • syousef on 07/02/2017 - 09:26
    +1

    I am a programmer and have been a computer enthusiast for 30+ years since my childhood. While I hate chicklet keyboards I will never understand why people pay hundreds for a mechanical keyboard when the membrane ones are really quite good.

    • Cronium on 07/02/2017 - 10:10

      Because it feels better. Better tactile response and less gummy feeling keys.

    • Darkscythe on 07/02/2017 - 10:16

      After going to a mechanical keyboard, I find it hard to use membrane keyboards. I type faster on mechanical keyboards thanks to not needing to press the keys all the way down (plus I do enjoy the sound!)

    • BrewerHaHa on 07/02/2017 - 11:34

      Mechanical just feels great. Most of the time people bottom out regardless, especially when they're typing their fastest but some people still think it's a faster typing experience. Mechanical keyboards also come in a lot of different switch types and configurations making them (almost) truly customisable. Try out other switches if you're not into Cherry too much, you might find something you don't want to go back from.

      • syousef on 07/02/2017 - 11:44

        I own about half a dozen of my favourite keyboard - Microsoft Multimedia Pro - still in packaging.

        http://www.premiertek.net/pictures/BX100005-2.jpg

        They last me for years and feel great to me (after a little breaking in). When USB is dead or this keyboard isn't supported I'll have a problem. (All except volume slider work in Win 7….will see if win 10 is an issue in the next year or two).

        At work I don't get to pick.

        • BrewerHaHa on 07/02/2017 - 11:57

          I've got a mech at home but at work I'm on a membrane.

          You can always go for a used mech board. I've had mine for 4 years now and mine was second hand with probably quite a few years of use judging by the condition i bought it in. They last a long time so maybe consider it for home use.

  • jmadden91 on 07/02/2017 - 19:58

    Have a look at the Drevo Gramr, gets a lot of good reviews for a similar price.

    I haven't pulled the trigger on it yet though
    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Drevo-Gramr-84-Key-Backlit-Wired-…

  • YellowKnight on 07/02/2017 - 20:31

    Could this possibly be a better keyboard? Granted it's an extra $40. http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/KB-Paradise-V60-Blue-Green-Dual-L…

    And can anyone tell me how long it usually takes for Gearbest to deliver to AU?

    • llama on 07/02/2017 - 22:01
      +1

      Depends what shipping method you choose. I just added this item to Cart then ran Checkout. Here's a copy/paste:

      Unregistered Air Mail : 15 - 35 business days (FREE) < DEFAULT

      Registered Air Mail : 15 - 30 business days - add AU$0.65

      Netherlands Registered : 10 - 25 business days - add AU$6.44

      E post(SU): 15 - 30 business days - add AU$0.65

      Priority Line: 7 - 15 business days - add AU$0.00 < CHOOSE THIS
      then choose:
      *Australia Express: 7 - 15 business days - add AU$0.00 .
      *Australia Priority Mail: 7 - 15 business days - add AU$0.00
      *Australia Line: 7 - 14 business days - add AU$0.00

      Expedited Shipping : 3 - 7 business days - add AU$10.45

  • mikezillakind on 09/02/2017 - 02:56

    throughts on this one - blue switchs ?

    http://www.gearbest.com/keyboards/pp_298472.html?wid=21

    currently all i have is an old MS keyboard from 07 that i still use

    pretty happy with the RGB moto speed mouse that i picked up after the fail that my razer tapain was …..

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