Question Alternatives to Cherry MX Clear/Grey?

Dec 4, 2024
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Hi! :)
My Cooler Master MK750 is starting to give problems, so I was considering whether to get a new keyboard or... desolder the switches and replace them. Problems like double letters should be caused by the switches, right? I'm not sure what role the PCB plays in these issues.
Anyway, I'm looking for tactile switches that are heavier than the Browns (which I currently have). I've seen Cherry Clears that interest me, but I’ve also looked at the Greys, though I'm worried they might be too heavy. I'm also not sure where to buy them (AliExpress? I live in Italy), or whether to go with Cherry or other brands that have made similar switches.
By the way, what's the minimum budget for a 100% or TKL custom hot-swap keyboard?
Thanks!
 
i went shopping for one myself and got the mk770 during the sales.

https://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-Mechanical-Hot-Swappable-MK-770-GKKR1-US/dp/B0CTN3MKDS?th=1

i also had brown switches and they were too light for me. i really like the white switches it came with. they are still not heavy enough for me, but you might like them. it's a really nice keyboard and hot swappable.
i already bought new much heavier switches to drop in but have not had the time yet.

seems $100 or so is the floor, though i have seen cheaper from some brands.

for instance saw this one at my local best buy.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/glorio...ppable-switches-black/6547948.p?skuId=6547948

basically get it knowing you'll need new switches. but the price is nice for a good keyboard from a well known brand.
 
Update: I think I’ve figured out what to do.
Many people have advised me against taking up soldering, given that I only have experience with audio cables and generally "larger" components than the small contacts of switches.

So I’d like to get a barebone/kit from Amazon IT (only Amazon IT because I have plenty of gift cards, and whatever I can buy there, I’d rather buy it there), decide what to do about the switches, and I already have the keycaps (though I’ll change them in the future).

I’d avoid a 100% keyboard due to space constraints but wouldn’t want to go too small either. I absolutely need the arrow keys and F1, F2 etc... For instance, a 96% keyboard appeals to me a lot. I also want RGB LEDs since my entire setup (and room) follows a green theme. ISO layout is a must.

Here’s what I’ve found:
Glorious Gaming GMMK
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I’d go for the TKL version at €70.

Glorious Gaming GMMK 2, 3, and 3 Pro
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The GMMK 2 96% version is €60, and it really appeals to me—I’ve "reserved" one, and I have 4 days to complete the payment.

Then there’s the GMMK 3: the 65% version at €90 and the TKL at €100. I’d prefer to stay under €100, but I could stretch if it’s worth the price. I noticed that compared to the GMMK 2, the keys seem to be "recessed"—what’s the difference?

These are the only ISO products Amazon offers. There’s also an Epomaker option, but it’s ANSI.

What do you think? Thanks!

p.s. @Math Geek I got the idea thanks to your post!
 
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