amythompson172 Posted March 15, 2012 Posted March 15, 2012 I've had this keyboard http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Reclusa-Gaming-Keyboard-Black/dp/B000MR1XWK/ for quite a while now (almost 5 years) and it has been quite an adventure. The basic UI it came with was perfect (as I don't want to spend hours and hours trying to figure out how to open my media player with 1 button). Leading me to my basic and very important need for a new gaming keyboard. My new keyboard will need to have media controls...that open things besides Windows Media Player (Ituns, Spotify, etc). I despise WMP and often click to use my music without a thought. It's convenient and a luxury I no longer choose to live without. I don't care whether the KB is mechanical or not as long as the keys aren't squished together, raised to ridiculous "ergonomic" heights, or covered in a rubber that will fade in a few months. My reclusa has just one button that the letter has faded from in it's 4 years of use, I think that's pretty awesome when world of warcraft is basically just spamming one button for hours at a time. I would like my new KB to have macro keys besides the media panel (which I'm assuming all gaming KBs come with today) and as user-friendly as possible. I looked up the BlackWidow linked as the "Unicorn" KB on MMO's Setup of the Month and found that quite a few people are experiencing issues with keys becoming stuck in some way or another or just failing to work at all...something like 8-9%. I don't want to play the lottery when I'm spending this much money on a luxury item. The "Narwhal" keyboard G110 seemed fantastic until I realized the keys are TINY, smaller than my laptops keyboard. This is just unacceptable. So all-in-all guys (and gals), I am looking for your kind help. If you've got the perfect KB (or maybe have owned one in the past) that meets my needs, please post its name/model! Very much appreciated Also, what the hell is the big deal with "mechanical" keyboards? Req. Again: 1) Keys that won't fade 2) Keys the standard (or close to) size 3) Media controls (for things besides WMP) 4) Easily programmable macro keys 5) Backlit (Could be red, white, and blue as long as it lights up with some form of lighting) 6) Not required but would be nice, headphone jack that does not cut out any sound Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crawlerz246 Posted March 15, 2012 Posted March 15, 2012 Logitech G15 - wait for the sale/rebate. happens like clockwork every couple of months Logitech does a rebate. the 510 might be a better fit for you, I think it has more macro keys and a customizable backlight for keys. go figure. I love my G15 tho. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheyCallMeGunny Posted March 17, 2012 Posted March 17, 2012 I agree. The logitech G series is amazing. Has the media keys you want, plus more advanced keys if you prefer them. Has screen with monitors that are actually useful, and illumated keys. Also has a volume knob. Might not sound like much, but I want one so badly ever since I sold my old one. Trust me, it's worth $100.. And I'm poor, so it means a lot coming from me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikesnow Posted March 17, 2012 Posted March 17, 2012 yeah the g15v1 is the best gaming keyboard ever for me, i loved mine, something in it is broken tho, it will only work if you have another keyboard plugged in at the same time lol I have a g510 now and it's not bad, I have the razer lycosa i didn't really care for it much. I'll be interested to see how well the roccat keyboards do tho, as they are just making their way into the US now, and they havesome new one you can use your ipod as the macro keys and such apparently. www.roccat.org if you want to check them out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vandreadstriker Posted March 18, 2012 Posted March 18, 2012 Corsair K90 - $129 Fits all your needs (although point no.1 also depends on the user itself) The Brushed Aluminum base is an eye candy IMO Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puck Posted March 18, 2012 Posted March 18, 2012 Another Logitech G series lover here. They last forever too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
d6bmg Posted March 19, 2012 Posted March 19, 2012 Look at logitech G110 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
InCrYsIs Posted March 19, 2012 Posted March 19, 2012 Just bought a Razer BlackWidow Ultimate. Very pleased with it so far. It replaced a Microsoft Sidewinder X6 which was also very nice. I am using it on something else now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikesnow Posted March 20, 2012 Posted March 20, 2012 Just bought a Razer BlackWidow Ultimate. Very pleased with it so far. It replaced a Microsoft Sidewinder X6 which was also very nice. I am using it on something else now. I just picked one of these up today as well, I must say it is an exellent keyboard. It is super noisey and loud tho so if clicking keys bother you it's not for you. my g510 is going through the dish washer now, it got something in it I can get cleaned out so I had to wash it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercman Posted March 20, 2012 Posted March 20, 2012 +1 for the Razer Blackwidow. it can be noisy at some points but you get use to it quick. there is a stealth edition that is much more silent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
d6bmg Posted March 20, 2012 Posted March 20, 2012 Just bought a Razer BlackWidow Ultimate. Very pleased with it so far. It replaced a Microsoft Sidewinder X6 which was also very nice. I am using it on something else now. You have bought one of the few best keyboards available in the market. Congrats! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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