Why Mechanical Keyboards?
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#mechanicalkeyboards - Наука та технологія
"Does an expensive mechanical keyboard type better?"
(jazz music stops)
"No, not really"
yeah...was waiting for the scratched record sound there for a second ...
Wait, so I spent hundreds of dollars and waited on 3 months of shipments so I could be the same as everyone else?! Whack.
Closed video after jk
Mine does type better though - I am literally faster at editing a document because function layers let me quickly select and delete an entire word (FN + J = Ctrl+Shift+Left) and functions like page up and down are also quickly accessible without moving my wrists. Less finger fatigue than typing on membrane keyboards as well.
yes. thats what happened
“I’m Nathan and this is my masterclass”
You know we would all pay for that.
Holy i wanna build my own keyboard soon and THAT would be pervect ❤❤
fr im glad this is happening cause i really wanna learn about it and build one of my own
Simply Ruben watch some keyboard vids it’s super easy to get into
@@niilosalioja4072 why would you, he gives masterclasses for free every build stream!
We think so much about what we need, that we sometimes forget it's ok to try something new. I'm typing this on a 40 percent with lubed roselios switches, xda keycaps and a custom wood case my dad helped me make. I wouldn't have discovered this passion without you Taeha, thank you.
We should think much more about what we need, because outside this comfy aesthetic youtube space were currently using up more resources than our planet has and killing people in the process because people impulse buy things they'll barely use. Don't ever let anybody tell you you *need* something you lived fine without yesterday. Not ads, not him.
@@likira111 god you sound like a conspiracy theorist
@@likira111 bruh shut up
@@MioCrilley no
@@YNGLK What part of "constant impulse purchases fuck up the environment" is a conspiracy theory?
“See ya nerds”
You know you’ve made it when you can end a video like that. POGCHAMP
Me: *already miles deep down this mechanical keyboard rabbit hole*
Video: "Why Mechanical Keyboards?"
Also me: Huh, that is a great question, imma watch it!
"Help I've fallen and can't get out"
Hey I would love to know what keyboard do you use on a daily basis, the experience of someone who's miles away from me seems fascinating.
I use a Lets Split keyboard with lubed Kaihl box browns and I love it, but I think Im going to swap them for some Zealios V2 in the future.
And also Im sorry if there are any typos, english isn't my first language.
agreed
Loneth Seneviratne nah no help from me lmao
@@donuts9549
I can't get over how clean that intro is
yeah but it's mildly annoying how the keyboard in the last shot is so weird :D
@@paulbraun4272 what do you have against 40s!?!? /S
@@paulbraun4272 At first I thought it was a Zlant but,it's just the design of the animation that makes it look like that.
Zerranoman I love it but can’t stand the slanted keyboard
C L EE A N
In other fields, the tools people use are considered important enough that when people can, they make sure to get the best version of it. If you were a carpenter for a living or even just a hobbyist, you'd make sure to have good quality tools when possible. Those tools usually last longer than cheaper ones, maybe have some extra functions that cheap ones don't have, or they just have better quality of life things for the user that make them more enjoyable to use.
Somehow a great majority of people have failed to apply the same thought process to their keyboards they use day in day out. There are plenty of people out there who type all day and still just use their laptop keyboard or a cheap rubber dome. Some people would drops 1000s on a custom gaming PC and even getting into the details of having the right coloured cables for their case etc, then when it comes to the keyboard they would settle for whatever is the cheapest RGB mech on Amazon and call it a day.
As Nathan said you can still input data with those cheaper keyboard options, but they are not in the same realm when it comes to enjoyment to use. Also I'd argue that these keyboards CAN make you a better typist. I got myself a split layout keyboard and it actually improved my typing abilities as it helped me train out some bad habits I had when typing, which made me a faster typer. Additionally because a keyboard is nicer to use and feels more comfortable (especially now I can have a heavier weight switch to match my heavy typing style) I feel better typing at greater speeds for longer as my fingers become less fatigued so it has in a way helped with productivity. Also with a nice solid alu case with foam inside and lubed switches, the keyboard sounds nice to type on and is now a lot less offensive to the people around me too. Before I would type on a big echoy plastic keyboard that with every keypress it would echo through the house.
This hobby also opened me up to other hobbies too as I learned to solder so I can build a custom mech, now I use those soldering skills in other parts of my life and other hobbies too. In fact thanks to that skill I even fixed a control unit for an expensive kitchen appliance at home that would have cost a lot to replace or have someone come out to fix but I was able to fix it with my ability to solder.
@@MagnapinnaArchive
Hi, I'm just getting into the hobby myself, but these are just my 2 cents. While I understand the price point argument, I can't say I can agree with you about the reliability of mechs. Mechanical switches are objectively better than membranes in terms of reliability. They're rated for at least 50 million actuations. These switches are expected to last you at least a decade, even a lifetime for a lot of use cases. I for one, have encountered multiple instances where a membrane or scissor switch keyboard has failed me, so you really can't say that your experience is evidence since they're just anecdotal.
When I discovered their existence, I thought "huh. they're more expensive but they last a lot longer and I get the 'feels' as a bonus." I've been using a mech for about two years now (still all stock, looking into modding and making it better), and I can say that it's one of the best purchases I've ever made.
But hey, you do you, man. If you think a similarly priced membrane is better, then go use that. No harm in that. But I'm not even sure if there are membranes as expensive as mechs since when they sell for around as much as a decent mech, their sales would likely bomb, correct me if I'm wrong.
@@MagnapinnaArchive the funny thing is, my brother's laptop keyboard's qwerty row just died on him, which is definitely a fault of membrane keyboard circuitry.
*high 5*
I know a dev who uses a $15 keyboard. They burn out frequently, he buys three at a time. I asked him why he did that, and he said it was just because he really liked that model. He'd open a new one every four months.
@@MagnapinnaArchive ok yeah a guy who hasnt seen a mech made an essay o how they suck, i mean u sound like my mum mate be a bit more open minded
Liked and subscribed
Ok Kris! btw love ur vids too :)
Hi Kristofer!
scam me u won't
Nathan Pham ?
Yes. Just yes.
please do more short-form content like this, its really good
good for showing it to your wife or girl friend? ;)
@@TruongTapes Yes
@@mgaming2695 I agree, I think he would benefit substantially from finding an editor who could condense his streams well & in a way he likes for youtube
He said it's the first of a series, so I'm excited.
you can tell he took a looong time making this video.
"How Affordable keyboards have gotten"
Types with $400 keyboard
That's pretty affordable mine was $500 and that's considered afforodable
$400 is entry level lmao
he was talking about membrane keyboards and everyday keyboards
@@fragcoid mech entry is 40 usd
If only my first budget build was not $380 I would agree xD
I like the analogy of cars: even though high end cars do nothing more than a lower end cars, people like them because of the feel and satisfacion makes them want to enjoy the ride and do more than just going from A to B
exactly
there's no real reason to get a $100k S class for oneself if a $500 Corolla does the job, but if you're at a point where you can afford to spend on nice things for yourself, why not?
@@ShaiyanHossain I agree well said.
@@ShaiyanHossain Well, there's also the aspect that more people than we (the mech community) like to believe actively _dislike_ mechanical boards. I've heard so many people complain about their height and travel, and as much as I'd like to say that you can customize it, I have to admit that 95% of mechs have those characteristics.
Some expensive cars are also symbol of status though. You can get a Nissan GTR and a Mercedes, and people will think the one that owns Mercedes is more rich even though GTR is more expensive
This is imo the difference between Socialism vs Capitalism. Economic arguments aside the ability to create anything and thrive so long as it is sustainable and satisfies a market then why shouldn’t it exist?
If we were robots we would all drive Corollas. But because we’re human we will drive whatever we want that fits the bill, how we want to live our lives and what we find satisfaction in.
My interest in mech keyboards is just starting to blossom, but this was a great "why" video. Also can fully relate when you gave the camera analogy.
Plot Twist:
Taeha Types has an evil cousin that specializes in Mice.
And membrane keebs
nah... and controllers :O
Taeha Glides
RocketJumpNinja
no no that's just his cousin, he's EVIL cousin specializes in headphones and uses a stinky rubber dome keyboard and some cheap plasticy mouse
I feel like im watching a persuasive essay in video form.
They’re called video essays
oscar. ok
CookieMonster_YT ok
Loyalist ok
CookieMonster_YT lmao what’s happening. Also sorry I just realized how passive aggressive that sounded
I think your cinematography skills are super underrated man, such aesthetically pleasing shots and lighting
tt:"as well as various mechanical aspects of mechanical keyboards."
me: this better mean you'll give us an updated video on how to lube switches properly
NOOOO. YOU CANT JUST SPEND HUNDREDS ON SOMETHING YOU TYPE ON!!!!
hahaha click clack machine go brrrrrrrrrr
brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
If your keeb goes brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr you should add more lube
friendship with click clack ended. thock thock is best friend now
@@kevincoughlin5901 PING! Uh-oh I forgot to lube my springs
Alex 41.3 thousands*
give me ur toes
Kinda WeirdChamp
@@TaehaTypes Bit more than 'Kinda WeirdChamp"....
hi krelbit
I'm lack toes intolerant.
@@TaehaTypes its just his toe fetish let him be
His voice. His Passion. The suave background music. I loved it all. Subscribed!
What Taeha is saying is so true. I got a mechanical keyboard for the first time at the beginning of summer. For the first time ever I actually had the motivation I needed to learn how to touch type. I had tried before many times but always quit. Today, I have been learning to touch type for almost 3 months. I used to type 50-60 wpm. I went down to 28 wpm. But today I can type up to 116 wpm averaging 96 wpm on 10fastfingers and was recently able to average 91 on typeracer (had luck with the passages also). Hope to improve even more as the months turn into years! I never thought I would enjoy typing so much!
I was confused as to why I have five mech keyboards, and then I saw this video and now I'm in for another group buy
i kinda wanna like this 50 times
"I'm Taeha, a keyboard builder. Welcome to my TEDTalk."
u/UnderratedComment
"Sold out"
"Sold out"
"Sold out"
AHH FINALLY SOMETHING: that something *700000 bucks*
It really is like that. No joke.
@@aaronnn5384 thank God I'm only entering the game, trying to get the best out of the drop ctrl because I would be too broke for anything else
K LOL wow this was 4 weeks ago i gave up lol
Thank you and TaeKeyboards for introducing me to this great hobby! I’ve been enjoying it and inspired tremendously. Hope to reach the levels you both have achieved! 😊 Blessings! 💯
i found out about both Nathan and TaeKeyboards from the comment section of a Linus Tech Tips video about making a custom mech with solid brass keycaps and I am forever grateful for it. i found out there are so many amazing keyboards that exist. I just put together my own with a GMMK and Halo Clears.
The timing couldn't get more perfect for me as I just received my first custom mechanical keyboard
New intro is so damn clean, but I still find it hilarious how the keyboard in it is a 40%--the type that Taeha doesn't use often.
29% keyboards? Hmmm....
i love how this comment has 40 likes
i love the quality on everything you do, it's always a pleasure to watch the videos and the streams, it feels like a unique experience even though its something that im always doing. keep up with the great work and thank for your vids and streams
I'm so excited for this series! I have been wanting to start the dive and got started with your channel. It all comes full circle!
6:11 I expected a thicc stack of deskmats
Just when I'm doubting all life decisions, Taeha knows just what to tell me.
This was not only about Mechanical Keyboards. This was just relaxing for me and a lesson to love what we can do every day and to enjoy life a little more. Thank you!
I'm excited about this series. I've followed you for years and have always been excited and interested into building my own custom mechanical keyboard but have also been hesitant for various reasons because it can be so overwhelming. Currently sitting on several sites waiting for products to become available and for me to dive into the world of customs. Thanks for all that you do.
I’m going to show this video to my girlfriend now to justify my recent addiction for mechanical keyboards
Great, maybe she'll get addicted too
@@mathish.3190 thanks for the laugh
Same bro... It’ll help justify the 300 bucks I’ve already spent and I’m still not quite done...
>Mechanical Keyboard Addiction
>Girlfriend
pick one
Ogk 2017 LOL same! Just purchased the boneyard and the space bars, the MoDo2 and the novelties AND mats. My little corner is getting filled with keyboard related items lmao. I ain’t finished yet though. Currently waiting for the Think 6.5v2, the bento, and see if I can grab a set of Olivias. Oh man. 😅
WHATS THE BABY BLUE KEYBOARD IN THE THUMBNAIL?
its a custom keyboard
it's probably a norbaforce
Making more info-based videos like this is a great idea, it's easier to digest than a full 2hr+ stream video and more interesting than a typing test. I'll def be tuning into the next videos
I am so glad to find this channel! Pure joy!
The key to lubing is that less is more
Can we just take a minute to appreciate how soothing the background music matches his voice lol
This was so eloquent and well thought out, love it.
Love the UA-cam videos man, I like the change of pace.
Great work, great words!
"cya nerds" just reminds me of Voyboy on Curse and how that was the good ol days.
When I first built my keyboard, I remember actually enjoying typing out my final essay.
Very well written and said.
I am just getting into the mechanical keyboard scene. While I've explored several channels so far to whet my appetite for the experience of buying or creating my own, I feel that your video communicates the soul of the community in a friendly and accessible way. Thanks for this intro.
I love that you're doing a series to help newcomers get into the scene. 1 thing I really struggle with as a newcomer is that everything is out of stock at the point of purchase. It requires a strong mental focus on what I want but out-of-stock vs. what I don't really want but in-stock. I also find it demands a lot of patience, when your favorite keycap set may take ~1 year to reach you.
Ah yes, tips and tricks about diving into the pit of poorness. I love it.
When he said, "See ya Nerds!" I felt that
I've been using a Corsair K70 MK2 SE for about two years now. I love it so much. A keyboard is a peripheral that you interact with the digital world. It is a very important piece of hardware in our present times.
Your explanation as to why you use a high end camera and therefore why you use a mechanical keyboard is such a great breakdown for why we invest in anything that might be perceived as "overkill" or "unnecessarily expensive" for our hobbies and interests. Using gear that you are excited about, or a tool that inspires your passion and in turn directly contributes to the overall quality of your work or end result is justification enough. Just hearing that explained so succinctly just really made me happy and I say that the proof is in your product and process. Really great videos. Liked and subscribed. Can't wait to see more, Man!
I needed this. Im fed up with explaining my outsider friends why i need a custom keyboard for 300€. Thanks Taeha.
Also this video makes me even more hyped for the NK65 drop. I cant wait to build :P
if you've been telling your friends that you *need* it, no wonder they ask for an explanation ;)
Yeah, "need" was a poor choice of words lol. Nobody needs a $400 keyboard
Yep, no one "needs" a 300£ keyboard unless you actually have a problem. You WANT a 300£ keyboard
I think your friends might really wanna know why you need another one. And another one. And another one.
Guys i apolagize my first language is not english
I'm gonna send this video to my mom to justify my spending habits.
Thanks for the video Nathan :)
She's either gonna use it as proof that you're crazy, or she'll get sucked into it and want to build her own keyboard. Which is more likely?
I 100% agree with this. I got into keyboards during this quarantine and to be honest it’s such a joy to begin typing and starting work.
100% agree with you on "gear" and inspiration. Feeling confident and 'proud' of whatever tool or device you're using is important. A lot of times, the extra money spent only goes towards a "quality of life" aspect. Something that doesn't actually change function, but makes how you EXPERIENCE that function more engaging and positive.
Nathan: shoots his video on a cinema camera
UA-cam bitrate: imma end this man's whole career
*watches this video*
*looks at my wallet*
*cries in Malaysia currency*
:')
great video taeha! I showed this to my parents and they finally understood why I like mechs so much:)
This was beautiful, thank you for your hardwork!
I really want your fjell with lubed holy panda switches. it’s aesthetically pleasing and the sound is just nGuuhHhhh.. :>
It's like this wity every enthousiast hobby. You can buy a watch for 10 bucks at Wallmart, or you can spend 10k on a Rolex. They both tell the time, but it's something different
Thank you for the fantastic content. Your channel has opened my eyes to the possibilities of a tool I used to take for granted. I use top notch tool for my trade and fine cookware to make my meals. I've found that tactile interfaces enhance the quality of my life. My keyboards are now part of that world. Keep up the great work. So, about my typing skills . . . lol
I gotta be honest, I love your intro music so much. It literally warms up my ears
"Why Mechanical Keyboards?"
Me after using up months worth of salary for keebs: HMMMM INTERESTING
I want to start building keyboards but every single frickin part I want or need is always out of stock or costs hundreds of dollars. Arghh
Great video Nathan, I'm actually typing this on my own custom made keyboard. It's not perfect, but there really is something special about creating something that is uniquely yours! Started watching your content over quarantine and thought, well shoot, i could do that. So thanks for getting me into this! Gonna be making many more down the road
i've been actually looking for videos to learn about this hobby and i cant wait for this series! Thank You Taeha
So much echo, aaaa. Still, this video is absolutely beautiful, you are the reason that bought my first build.
To the person reading this I hope you become successful one day and have an amazing day I wish you the best and nothing but the best❤️❤️❤️
And this video is exactly why I love your content and the passion you have for keyboards!
The music, the subject, the slow relaxed conversation... this is my type of video right here
3:53 not even joking i want my keyboard to sound like im smashing my head agianst a f*** ton of clicky switches
Hmmmm... BOX Navy then? Or a horrible amalgamation of all sorts of clicky switches, click jacket and clickbar on the same board?
Ask and ye shall receive.
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Box jades
"Why mechanical keyboards? Why not?" Well said sir, well said.....
Bravo my man! Excited to see your channel grow and myself along with it. My first dip into the more premium side of mechanical keyboards has been the iQunix F96. I've always bought the "gamer" style mechanical keyboards as they are the most available. Thanks to your channel, and the community around it, i have learned a lot and have taken larger steps such as joining my first GMK group buy. I look forward to building my first "keeb" in the months to come. Keep up the great work and thanks for your entertaining streams! Peace out, Nerd!
Well, that was a relaxing way to start the morning. Could not agree more Nathan! Thanks for the post and looking forward to seeing more in the future.
“With how affordable they’ve gotten”
> cries in topre
"You can find keycaps and keyboards with all kinds of different colour schemes and designs"
*Cries in ISO-UK*
Lol, ive got a azerty layout, and I've found something like 5 different keycap sets.
I’ve been searching for something in ISO-DE (QWERTZ) Layout for months now. Everything is either permanently sold out or WAY over my budget.
Edit: I’m searching for a TKL-Version as well, which doesn’t make things easier 😅
*Cries in ISO-NO*
Sobbing in ISO-DE too
You did a really good job on this one man. This was well put together and It'd be nice to see more content like this. You are going to be a legend bro.
I love this new push to UA-cam
Finally, a video to justify my expensive addict- Hobby.
Notification gang rise up
rise
rise
Thank you for this series!!! I will watch every single video and will try to make one myself!!
this is such a vibe video, good choice with the jazz taeha
cant wait to bring my ducky one 2 mini blue switches rainbow keycaps into college and annoy half the room
Omfg u cant be like this!!!! Haha my parents are sooo annoyed by me using even a membrane-mechanical one
so I can stay introverted
wow you are really everywhere not just on minecraft videos
Get ur ticker "Before 100 coment un a 100k+subs"
oh shit didn't expect you here
I was here lol.
Really didn't think you would comment on this. I'm a big fan of your vids
I just finished my first custom build two weeks ago (60% with arrows and 2.25 LShift, Creams, KBDfans 5deg case, brass plate, Razer PBT keycaps). This is the first time in months that I feel motivated to work every single day, and enjoy every second of it. The feel, the sound, the looks of my keyboard invite me to type something, anything, every day. I spend every moment of the day thinking about anything I can go type up, just to hear the perfectly smooth and thocky spacebar over and over again.
If you want motivation to work - a custom keyboard is a very easy way to get tons of it.
I'm just starting to get into mechanical keyboards after using cheap keyboards for many years, and finally buying a good mechanical. Now I'm starting to part together my first build. Thanks for such a great channel, it's been very helpful.
Could u do a video of your top 10 mechanical keyboard ...or your favourite ..Give it a like if u wanna see it
Not first
Yea you hate me
@@TaehaTypes Hate myself fr
@@JezzaN1 its okay buddy, you'll get through it
This video literally got me to order my first mech keeb a month ago.. Taeha the goat
Taeha! I LOVE this video... the cups make all the more sense to me now! xx
"affordable"
on what planet?
Hopefully this will convince my parents to let me get a higher-end keyboard
EDIT: I have to convince my parents to use my own money for the keyboard, and I am probably only going to spend around 500-600 dollars on it, so even then it wouldn't be the most luxurious one.
Praying for you... :P
your money or parents money ?
@@bruh1k63 if it was his money he wouldn't need to convince them
@@rnozz97 i would have to lol
if you are refering razer/corsair/logitech keyboards as higher end keyboard,no.
That's not what this video is about,that's just like the scratch of the surface(like he said in the video),there's more to a mechanical keyboard than those gaming keyboards that i just mentioned.
There are much more to a mech keyboard like custom case,custom keycaps,types of switches (not just the cherry mx ones,for example kailh,topre,holy pandas,tangerines) etc.
“Curating their desk setups”. It’s very true. After I built my first custom keeb, I’ve been much happier while working throughout the day. This has helped to make me more productive as well. That aside, the keyboard and phone are our main vehicles to communicate with the outside world. In a way, it’s like an extension of ourselves. It makes sense to find and build something that is tailor made to truly fit YOU.
Fire content Nathan. All the work that you put in shows. Thank you
I like the intro and all, but I think it'd be cool if you did a real life version with you in it instead of an animation
Fourth. I really like that most keyboard enthusiast loves coffee as I always do :)
wow, clear insights and top level production! keep it up
You speech about passion and mentality made me subscribe instantly
He showed my logitech k120
lol
"...sit back, hentai..."
Wow, excellent video Nathan! This is the kind of content that our community needs! Keep up the great work dude :)
p.s. that script was amazing, I want that as an essay framed on my wall.
7:38 -> "sit back, hentai, maybe grab a cap of coffee..."
Hang tight