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I have a few mechanical keyboards in my [[lab]]/[[studio]] for my [[computers]].
I have a few mechanical keyboards in my [[lab]]/[[studio]] for my [[computers]].


My switches of choice are the [https://www.cherrymx.de/en/cherry-mx/mx-original/mx-speed-silver.html Cherry MX Speed Silver switches].
= Affiliate links =
 
If you want to buy, see here:
 
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! Vendor        !! Product
|-
| Amazon USA    || [https://amzn.to/3tUIuVH Full size 104-key: FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition FKBN104MSS/ECSP2B-RKL Full Size English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black]
|-
| Amazon USA    || [https://amzn.to/3QDxkgY Tenkeyless 87-key: FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition Tenkeyless English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black FKBN87MSS/ECSP2B-RKL]
|-
| WASD Keyboards || [https://www.wasdkeyboards.com/vim-by-skeletor-104-key-v3-custom-mechanical-keyboard.html VIM by Skeletor 104-Key V3 Custom Mechanical Keyboard]
|-
| eBay USA      || [https://ebay.us/Y5rCx4 gku™ Underdesk Keyboard Drawer under desk keyboard tray and storage AC1009]
|}
 
= Unboxing =
 
You can see me unboxing my Filco keyboards here: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oEdb9zSZA0 Uboxing of FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition 104-key and tenkeyless keyboards | In The Lab With Jay Jay]
 
= Documentation =
 
I keep my documentation for this equipment here:
 
* /home/jj5/electronics/equipment/keyboard-FILCO-Majestouch-2SS-Edition/
* /home/jj5/electronics/equipment/keyboard-WASD/
 
= Notes =


My main workstation has a KVM connected to '[[charisma]]' and '[[tradition]]' with a [https://www.wasdkeyboards.com/vim-by-skeletor-104-key-v3-custom-mechanical-keyboard.html WASD Keyboards VIM by Skeletor 104-Key V3 Custom Mechanical Keyboard] with Cherry MX Speed Silver switches.
My main workstation has a KVM connected to '[[charisma]]' and '[[tradition]]' with a [https://diatec.co.jp/en/det.php?prod_c=5061 Filco Majestouch 2SS Edition 104-key keyboard with Cherry MX Speed Silver switches].


My admin workstation has a KVM with a [https://diatec.co.jp/en/det.php?prod_c=5061 Filco Majestouch 2SS Edition 104 key with Cherry MX Speed Silver switches].
My admin workstation has a KVM with a [https://www.wasdkeyboards.com/vim-by-skeletor-104-key-v3-custom-mechanical-keyboard.html WASD Keyboards VIM by Skeletor 104-Key V3 Custom Mechanical Keyboard] with Cherry MX Speed Silver switches.


My bench [[studio]] has a KVM with a [https://diatec.co.jp/en/det.php?prod_c=5062 Filco Majestouch 2SS Edition 87 key Tenkeyless with Cherry MX Speed Silver switches].
My bench [[studio]] has a KVM with a [https://diatec.co.jp/en/det.php?prod_c=5062 Filco Majestouch 2SS Edition 87-key Tenkeyless keyboard with Cherry MX Speed Silver switches].


See [https://www.progclub.org/blog/2020/08/25/resetting-a-wasd-code-keyboard/ Resetting a WASD Code keyboard] if that's what you need to do.
See [https://www.progclub.org/blog/2020/08/25/resetting-a-wasd-code-keyboard/ Resetting a WASD Code keyboard] if that's what you need to do.
= Prices =


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| 2023-10-13 || AU$202.55  || FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition FKBN104MSS/ECSP2B-RKL Full Size English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black
| 2023-10-13 || AU$202.55  || FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition FKBN104MSS/ECSP2B-RKL Full Size English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black
|-
|-
| 2023-10-13 || AU$188.89  || FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition Tenkeyless English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black FKBN87MSS/ECSP2B-RKL
| 2023-10-13 || AU$188.89  || FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition FKBN87MSS/ECSP2B-RKL Tenkeyless English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black
|-
|-
| 2021-08-25 || US$57.75    || 17" Soft Foam Wrist Pad x2
| 2021-08-25 || US$57.75    || 17" Soft Foam Wrist Pad x2
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| 2018-03-25 || US$249.70  || CODE 104-Key Mechanical Keyboard - Cherry MX Green; Keyboard Case Color: Black Case; Install Sound Dampeners: None + 17" Soft Foam Wrist Pad
| 2018-03-25 || US$249.70  || CODE 104-Key Mechanical Keyboard - Cherry MX Green; Keyboard Case Color: Black Case; Install Sound Dampeners: None + 17" Soft Foam Wrist Pad
|}
|}
= Switches =
My switches of choice are the [https://www.cherrymx.de/en/cherry-mx/mx-original/mx-speed-silver.html Cherry MX Speed Silver switches].


== Cherry MX Speed Silver switches ==
== Cherry MX Speed Silver switches ==


The CHERRY MX Speed Silver is the fastest model of the CHERRY MX switch family in full height. Due to the linear switching characteristics combined with the low spring resistance, the silver switch triggers directly. When milliseconds decide whether you win or lose, the CHERRY MX Speed Silver is your guarantee for a successful gaming session.
The [https://www.cherrymx.de/en/cherry-mx/mx-original/mx-speed-silver.html CHERRY MX Speed Silver] is the fastest model of the CHERRY MX switch family in full height. Due to the linear switching characteristics combined with the low spring resistance, the silver switch triggers directly. When milliseconds decide whether you win or lose, the CHERRY MX Speed Silver is your guarantee for a successful gaming session.


Technical data:
Technical data:
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* 3.4 mm total travel
* 3.4 mm total travel
* No click
* No click
== Cherry MX Green switches ==
The [https://www.cherrymx.de/en/cherry-mx/mx-special/mx-green.html CHERRY MX Green] is a slightly modified version of the CHERRY MX Blue. The characteristic of this tactile switch is featured by noticeable as well as acoustic feedback. The green equivalent offers an increased actuation force compared to the blue variant. The robust exotic foreigner is a popular switch for enthusiasts.
Technical data:
* Tactile  and audible switching characteristics
* 80 cN operating force
* 2.2 mm pre travel
* 4.0 mm total travel
* With click
= Keyboards =


== FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition FKBN104MSS/ECSP2B-RKL Full Size English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black ==
== FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition FKBN104MSS/ECSP2B-RKL Full Size English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black ==
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* Original Graphite LED Cover
* Original Graphite LED Cover


== FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition Tenkeyless English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black FKBN87MSS/ECSP2B-RKL ==
== FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition FKBN87MSS/ECSP2B-RKL Tenkeyless English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black ==


See:
See:


* Supplier: [https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B0BQYP6JVD FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition Tenkeyless English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black FKBN87MSS/ECSP2B-RKL].
* Supplier: [https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B0BQYP6JVD FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition FKBN87MSS/ECSP2B-RKL Tenkeyless English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black].
* Manufacturer: [https://diatec.co.jp/en/det.php?prod_c=5062 Majestouch 2SS Edition Tenkeyless [MX SpeedSilverSwitch/Tenkeyless/US ASCII]]
* Manufacturer: [https://diatec.co.jp/en/det.php?prod_c=5062 Majestouch 2SS Edition Tenkeyless [MX SpeedSilverSwitch/Tenkeyless/US ASCII]]


Latest revision as of 20:27, 4 November 2023

I have a few mechanical keyboards in my lab/studio for my computers.

Affiliate links

If you want to buy, see here:

Vendor Product
Amazon USA Full size 104-key: FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition FKBN104MSS/ECSP2B-RKL Full Size English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black
Amazon USA Tenkeyless 87-key: FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition Tenkeyless English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black FKBN87MSS/ECSP2B-RKL
WASD Keyboards VIM by Skeletor 104-Key V3 Custom Mechanical Keyboard
eBay USA gku™ Underdesk Keyboard Drawer under desk keyboard tray and storage AC1009

Unboxing

You can see me unboxing my Filco keyboards here: Uboxing of FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition 104-key and tenkeyless keyboards | In The Lab With Jay Jay

Documentation

I keep my documentation for this equipment here:

  • /home/jj5/electronics/equipment/keyboard-FILCO-Majestouch-2SS-Edition/
  • /home/jj5/electronics/equipment/keyboard-WASD/

Notes

My main workstation has a KVM connected to 'charisma' and 'tradition' with a Filco Majestouch 2SS Edition 104-key keyboard with Cherry MX Speed Silver switches.

My admin workstation has a KVM with a WASD Keyboards VIM by Skeletor 104-Key V3 Custom Mechanical Keyboard with Cherry MX Speed Silver switches.

My bench studio has a KVM with a Filco Majestouch 2SS Edition 87-key Tenkeyless keyboard with Cherry MX Speed Silver switches.

See Resetting a WASD Code keyboard if that's what you need to do.

Prices

Date Price Details
2023-10-13 AU$202.55 FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition FKBN104MSS/ECSP2B-RKL Full Size English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black
2023-10-13 AU$188.89 FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition FKBN87MSS/ECSP2B-RKL Tenkeyless English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black
2021-08-25 US$57.75 17" Soft Foam Wrist Pad x2
2020-09-20 US$258.85 VIM by Skeletor 104-Key V3 Custom Mechanical Keyboard; Case Color: Black; VIM Layout: Black QWERTY; Install Sound Dampeners: None; Switch Type: Cherry MX Silver (Speed Linear)
2019-03-20 US$258.50 CODE V3 104-Key Mechanical Keyboard - Cherry MX Green; Keyboard Case Color: Black Case; Install Sound Dampeners: None
2018-03-25 US$249.70 CODE 104-Key Mechanical Keyboard - Cherry MX Green; Keyboard Case Color: Black Case; Install Sound Dampeners: None + 17" Soft Foam Wrist Pad

Switches

My switches of choice are the Cherry MX Speed Silver switches.

Cherry MX Speed Silver switches

The CHERRY MX Speed Silver is the fastest model of the CHERRY MX switch family in full height. Due to the linear switching characteristics combined with the low spring resistance, the silver switch triggers directly. When milliseconds decide whether you win or lose, the CHERRY MX Speed Silver is your guarantee for a successful gaming session.

Technical data:

  • Linear switching characteristics
  • 45 cN operating force
  • 1.2 mm pre travel
  • 3.4 mm total travel
  • No click

Cherry MX Green switches

The CHERRY MX Green is a slightly modified version of the CHERRY MX Blue. The characteristic of this tactile switch is featured by noticeable as well as acoustic feedback. The green equivalent offers an increased actuation force compared to the blue variant. The robust exotic foreigner is a popular switch for enthusiasts.

Technical data:

  • Tactile and audible switching characteristics
  • 80 cN operating force
  • 2.2 mm pre travel
  • 4.0 mm total travel
  • With click

Keyboards

FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition FKBN104MSS/ECSP2B-RKL Full Size English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black

See:

Style Name: English Layout 104 Full Size

Brand FILCO
Compatible devices ゲーム機
Connectivity technology USB
Keyboard description Mechanical
Colour Black

About this item:

  • Equipped with CHERRY MX speed silver axis
  • PBT's two-color molded key cap
  • Equipped with function key function
  • Supports N key rollover
  • Connection method: USB & PS2 (both supported)
Brand FILCO
Series Majestouch2SS
Item Model Number FKBN104MSS/ECSP2B-RKL
Operating System Windows 10
Product dimensions 13.8 x 44 x 3.8 cm; 1.58 Kilograms
Item Dimensions L x W x H 13.8 x 44 x 3.8 centimetres
Colour Black
Item Weight 1.58 kg
Manufacturer FILCO
ASIN B0BQYN7BKR
Date First Available 1 February 2023

See: Filco Brand Review – Do They Make Good Keyboards?

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Double-Shot PBT Two-Tone Keycap (See: How Durable are Keycap Legends?)
  • USB and PS/2 Compatibility
  • N-KeyRrollover
  • Media Keys and Function Keys
  • Original Graphite LED Cover

FILCO Majestouch 2SS Edition FKBN87MSS/ECSP2B-RKL Tenkeyless English Layout Cherry MX Speed Silver Axis with 3 Red Key Locks, Black

See:

Style Name: English Layout 87 Numeric Keyless

Brand FILCO
Compatible devices ゲーム機
Connectivity technology USB
Keyboard description Mechanical
Colour Black

About this item:

  • Equipped with CHERRY MX speed silver axis
  • PBT's two-color molded key cap
  • Equipped with function key function
  • Supports N key rollover
  • Connection method: USB & PS2 (both supported)
Brand FILCO
Series Majestouch2SS
Item Model Number FKBN87MSS/ECSP2B-RKL
Operating System Windows 10
Product dimensions 13.8 x 36 x 3.8 cm; 1.32 Kilograms
Item Dimensions L x W x H 13.8 x 36 x 3.8 centimetres
Colour Black
Item Weight 1.32 kg
Manufacturer FILCO
ASIN B0BQYP6JVD
Date First Available 28 January 2023

See: Filco Brand Review – Do They Make Good Keyboards?

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Double-Shot PBT Two-Tone Keycap (See: How Durable are Keycap Legends?)
  • USB and PS/2 Compatibility
  • N-KeyRrollover
  • Media Keys and Function Keys
  • Original Graphite LED Cover

VIM by Skeletor 104-Key V3 Custom Mechanical Keyboard

See: VIM by Skeletor 104-Key V3 Custom Mechanical Keyboard

Backlighting No (none)
Dimensions Fullsize (104/105-Key) 445 x 142 x 30mm (17.5 x 5.6 x 1.2in)
TKL (87/88-Key) 363 x 142 x 30mm (14.3 x 5.6 x 1.2in)
Case Height Front 21mm (0.8in) / Rear 32mm (1.3in)
Weight 1088g (2.4 lbs)
Interface USB (N-Key Rollover)
Cable 180cm (70.8in) USB Type-C (Keyboard port) to USB-A (Computer plug) with cable tie
Compatibility Windows, Mac, Linux
Case Material ABS
Keycap Material UV Coated ABS
Origin Made in Taiwan. Assembled in USA.

CODE V3 104-Key Mechanical Keyboard - Cherry MX Green

See: CODE V3 104-Key Mechanical Keyboard - Cherry MX Green

Backlighting Yes (White LED)
Dimensions Fullsize (104/105-Key) 445 x 142 x 30mm (17.5 x 5.6 x 1.2in)
TKL (87/88-Key) 363 x 142 x 30mm (14.3 x 5.6 x 1.2in)
Case Height Front 21mm (0.8in) / Rear 32mm (1.3in)
Weight Fullsize (104/105-Key) 1088g (2.4 lbs)
TKL (87/88-Key) 907g (2.0 lbs)
Interface USB (N-Key Rollover)
Cable 180cm (70.8in) USB Type-C (Keyboard port) to USB-A (Computer plug) with cable tie
Compatibility Windows, Mac, Linux
Case Material ABS
Keycap Material UV Coated ABS
Origin Made in Taiwan. Assembled in USA.
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