I'm new to keyboard modding and am doing my obligatory youtube rabbithole binge. This was the most insanely entertaining video of the three million I've watched in the last 4 days. HILARIOUS. Challenge idea: you each buy one set/copy of the parts you need to mod a keyboard (e.g. switches, caps, lube, tools, tape or some general category for case mods, etc.). They all go into a pool, and you each randomly draw one from each category and have to build with what you draw.
I love how chaotic budget modding can get. Putting Elmers glue in keycaps, throwing things in a bag of oil, emptying a vending machine into the base, just taping stabs and praying. It's great
Something I would love to see is a everyone mods the same cheap keyboard with unlimited budget, but you have to use all of the original parts. Modify the plate, the case, keycaps, the switches even(I turned some Outemu blues into very scratchy linears that actuate on bottom-out, but you guys can probably do better).
Nice. I am doing something similar to my board right now. I have a keycool kc84 (that I bought in 2018 or something). I am changing the switches to gateron yellow cream pros and modding everything else. Going to put neoprene in the case and probably going to put some electrical tape on the pcb. For some reason I feel like electrical tape would sound better than blue but I am not an expert. I just feel that way for some reason idk. I think I like the look better lol…
I'd love some kind of challenge where everyone upgrades a mainstream gaming keyboard (Razer, Corsair, Redragon etc) randomized -and upgrade that's capped on their base price or something lol- Edit: Replies suggested better limitations! A limitation of 100$ *including* the keyboard seems better; that way the brand and price of the keyboard one choose will heavily affect the remain of modding cost (i.e. Do you buy a $50 RedDragon and spend $50 upgrading it? Or a $80 Huntsman Mini and spend $20 upgrading it?; as what Aaron Morrow suggested)
This video got me into custom keyboards, a hobby which I absolutely fell in love with. Before this masterpiece I didn't even know it was possible to build your own keyboard! I can't even remember how many times I watched this. Thanks Betty & other keyboard UA-camrs! Keep up the good work!
I can understand and respect the caution for causing fires with battery keyboards, but foam pressing against Li-Ion batteries doesn't cause them to combust. In fact, many mid-tier keyboards with batteries come with a thin layer of foam in them, laying over the battery. This would only happen if the battery was built faulty or you somehow puncture the battery. The lithium reacts with water in the air which causes it to combust.
Challenge idea: Build a budget split keyboard. I feel like split keyboards would really introduce different layouts and creation factors that would make the video really interesting. Maybe everyone gets a different type of split keyboard to build, or they have to mix and match the left and right sides of different pcb sets.
Used parts only challenge. Could limit bundling and require individual purchases. Shipping would be a pain but I think it would be cool to show what could be done reusing parts of other projects.
Everyone's so focused on the sound and look of these keebs, but I've never seen anyone try to make literally "the most productive keyboard" ever. Trying to speed run a bunch of unfamiliar tasks (assuming everyone uses the same software) would be a hilarious and fantastic video!
I just decided to take the plunge this week and have been a bit surprised at how little discussion I've seen on things like what switches work best for which keys and how most everyone I work with who codes for a living all type on cheap oem keyboards.
if you want to use budget foam and stuff, maybe try using dish sponge? I used it on my boards and it makes it sound way less hollow. Either way, amazing video, I think it sounds pretty good for the budget!
As a owner of a full on custom keyboard i say the best at low budget builds will be Lewis. I really like his low budget builds but for the higher budget ones you and Hippy are the best at creating a master piece.
Very cool colab/group challenge, well done bringing everyone in. And it just goes to show more money not always wins everything. Also its always great to see different approaches on the same subject. Well done. Would like to see a challenge where there is a common goal like: make most thocky, or most silent, or most clickies, or most bouncy typing, or like keybored to do a plate mount conversion, and as usual modding budget under 80usd
that spacebar was ticking really bad on the left side though that was the only thing that bothered about this build, other than that this was a super legit budget build, Betty! Also, if Lewis had just lubed his stabs and switches, I really feel like he would have probably gotten at least second place
I love her creativity she always figures out how to make good keyboards and upgrades on keyboards even with lower amounts of money in these challenges I love these videos in general like wow !! Also imagine she hearts this comment😆
I would love a keyboard challenge where you would do mods that no one has ever done something new it would be nice to see and thanks you for reading this comment.
I would love to have a video where the same group of people have to build a full gaming setup (PC, Monitor, Mouse, Headset, Keyboard, and Mousemat) and the price ranges from $400 to $2500. Love the content so thx, this video made my day.
I think it'd be quite a challenge for y'all if you tried to build a good iso-layout keyboard with norde extension keycaps. Those are so hard to find. I started to get into this world and am not able to find proper pbt keycaps with iso-de or norde.
I was just letting my youtube play while i'm grinding out the Destiny 2 weekly but this video FOUND ME and stole my attention! Love this. so cool. Totally Subscribing.
Love to see a challenge where who can make the best sounding keyboard with just a bottle of silicone rubber. I'd also love to see a challenge on what's the best type of tape to use on a keyboard PCB to get that sweet thock sound. There are heaps of different tapes out there! Anything goes!
It’s funny you guys are all trying to make it sound better and a sharper click but Ive always tried to find the quietest keyboard on the market. I have an issue with the clicking noises lol
Interesting challenge and interesting techniques Jolly good show @Switch and Click and the rest of the guys who participated. Also, is it just me or does Betty sound a bit fatigued throughout the video? Anyhow, great job Betty and the rest of the guys 🙂
Wow. It sounds so nice. It’s just amazing how I’m typing on a 55 dollar crappy onn mechanical crappy keyboard watching her turn a budget keyboard into a Beaty. Just amazing. :]
So I am very new to this but what I really want is probably what everyone wants. A video on a cheap keyboard that is functional but hot swappable then you take me through each thing I can do to make it amazing. So lube, silicon the bottom, explain what the heck is going on with the limited availability of switches. So the whole video is an actual realistic project I can do, you know? A lot of the videos feel inaccessible when you use keycaps or switches you already had. It's very entertaining. Not every video is going to be a project I can follow. It's totally cool but I could use something grounded. So, switches, I wanted neapolitans but I cant find them. I dont get that. So I found that TTC Gold Pinks were maybe similar and bought a butt load of those but nothing to put them in yet. But there is a video I havent seen done but could be interested to see more of, with those specific switches. It's a sound test with just different keycaps. I didnt know that was a thing. Now Im checking out chassis. Looking at what is apparently called an Alice setup. Just ergo style. So much lingo. Checking out Keyboreds video on this glue...
Fun fact for you, with tiny flathead screw drivers you can open up switches by sticking up the clips on the side to which i did before owning a switch opener its simple and effective.
Here in the Philippines I upgraded my redragon lakshimi keyboard with 14$.. that includes EVA and PE FOAM, Masking Tape, and 70 pieces of KTT Kang Whites V4. Unbelievably sounds super duper good and feels great even without lubing the switches yet. One of the joys of being in a poor country I guess..
Hi Betty, Off subject, would you please do a video or perhaps a supplemental mini-vid on numpads? Maybe 3 wired and 3 wireless. Thanks so much, have a great day!
I know this is an older video, but I just wanted to say careful using electrical tape in that manner. It's not bad really, but the adhesive tends to get really gummy over time, so if you ever want to get back into that keyboard, you could have a pretty sticky mess. I love Super Lube for keyboard use. I use the PTFE silicone grease as my switch lube. It's dirt cheap, a tube will last the normal keyboard enthusiast a lifetime, and it works great. Just be _very_ light with application in switches.
Watch me upgrade a budget keyboard with only $30: ua-cam.com/video/BdzjQTKiRHs/v-deo.html
Now upgrade it with $10
No Wonder How Its Made To Be Made.
only 3 responce ?
Switch and click can u make me a keyboard my keyboard is pretty old and rgb lights don't work thst good half of it black czn u make me one for 20$
You win for the spacebar alone.
lol
I think the fact that one of your "mods" being to buy the same keyboard in a different colour was genius
ya
Right
lol nice
That $50 mod that was actually only a $39 mod was insane. It sounded so good. Yours was the 2nd best no lie.
True
@@Bayadinvests no hipyo was the second best.
The $20 is the beet
I mean best
@@Blueysvr you know you can edit comments brother?
I'm new to keyboard modding and am doing my obligatory youtube rabbithole binge. This was the most insanely entertaining video of the three million I've watched in the last 4 days. HILARIOUS.
Challenge idea: you each buy one set/copy of the parts you need to mod a keyboard (e.g. switches, caps, lube, tools, tape or some general category for case mods, etc.). They all go into a pool, and you each randomly draw one from each category and have to build with what you draw.
thank you! that sounds cool
I love how chaotic budget modding can get. Putting Elmers glue in keycaps, throwing things in a bag of oil, emptying a vending machine into the base, just taping stabs and praying. It's great
Something I would love to see is a everyone mods the same cheap keyboard with unlimited budget, but you have to use all of the original parts. Modify the plate, the case, keycaps, the switches even(I turned some Outemu blues into very scratchy linears that actuate on bottom-out, but you guys can probably do better).
As someone with a replacement for my Outemu blue keyboard in the mail I have to say you're some kind of mad scientist.
😚😍😍😍😍😍😍😍🥰🥰
Nice. I am doing something similar to my board right now. I have a keycool kc84 (that I bought in 2018 or something). I am changing the switches to gateron yellow cream pros and modding everything else. Going to put neoprene in the case and probably going to put some electrical tape on the pcb. For some reason I feel like electrical tape would sound better than blue but I am not an expert. I just feel that way for some reason idk. I think I like the look better lol…
I'd love some kind of challenge where everyone upgrades a mainstream gaming keyboard (Razer, Corsair, Redragon etc) randomized -and upgrade that's capped on their base price or something lol-
Edit: Replies suggested better limitations!
A limitation of 100$ *including* the keyboard seems better; that way the brand and price of the keyboard one choose will heavily affect the remain of modding cost (i.e. Do you buy a $50 RedDragon and spend $50 upgrading it? Or a $80 Huntsman Mini and spend $20 upgrading it?; as what Aaron Morrow suggested)
Do razer since I have one and I hate it, blackwidow elite/full-size/orange switches
I agree, Red Dragon K552 or K630 would be great to see done. I'd like to see a budget of under $100 for upgrades.
U just have bad luck man🤦🏽♂️
@@Macky4941 k552 is op
It should be everybody with the same budget but the keyboard is part of the budget then.
This video got me into custom keyboards, a hobby which I absolutely fell in love with. Before this masterpiece I didn't even know it was possible to build your own keyboard! I can't even remember how many times I watched this. Thanks Betty & other keyboard UA-camrs! Keep up the good work!
Glad to hear it! :)
@@SwitchandClickOfficial❤️❤️
leave it to Scott to do a modded mount!! Love that, haha!! The man’s a mad scientist
this 🔼
its not as hard as you would think
@@EggyJ0 aàà
@Repent and believe in Jesus Christ no bog
I can understand and respect the caution for causing fires with battery keyboards, but foam pressing against Li-Ion batteries doesn't cause them to combust. In fact, many mid-tier keyboards with batteries come with a thin layer of foam in them, laying over the battery.
This would only happen if the battery was built faulty or you somehow puncture the battery.
The lithium reacts with water in the air which causes it to combust.
Challenge idea: Build a budget split keyboard. I feel like split keyboards would really introduce different layouts and creation factors that would make the video really interesting. Maybe everyone gets a different type of split keyboard to build, or they have to mix and match the left and right sides of different pcb sets.
0:27 you see... us boys have alot of lube lying around..
Looool
I had a feeling somebody would comment this
It was a fun collab! Looking forward to the next one!
Key is bored
hi
Fake keyboard
No he legit
@@telee4477 wdym lol
Used parts only challenge. Could limit bundling and require individual purchases. Shipping would be a pain but I think it would be cool to show what could be done reusing parts of other projects.
Everyone's so focused on the sound and look of these keebs, but I've never seen anyone try to make literally "the most productive keyboard" ever. Trying to speed run a bunch of unfamiliar tasks (assuming everyone uses the same software) would be a hilarious and fantastic video!
Hell yeah!!!
:oo we have the same amount of hearts from switch and click:)))))
@@1andonlyfaxz787 :')))))
I just decided to take the plunge this week and have been a bit surprised at how little discussion I've seen on things like what switches work best for which keys and how most everyone I work with who codes for a living all type on cheap oem keyboards.
@@timtuckercom because it changes actually fucking nothing.
“you don’t just have lube laying around in your closet” well…
Tape mod foam for case and lube stabilizers is what I would do :)
no one asked
@@isiaszavalza3691 I asked
Switches too
@@isiaszavalza3691 ur nan asked
@@isiaszavalza3691 i asked
Your voice is gloriously calming
Perfect video for someone like me who’s just now getting into keyboards and is budget conscious:) thanks!!
Happy to help!
@Tryncs 💀
@Recknogy 💀
@NoDlkckSucjer 💀
The one thing I never though I will see is a keyboard UA-camr being it's own thing
if you want to use budget foam and stuff, maybe try using dish sponge?
I used it on my boards and it makes it sound way less hollow.
Either way, amazing video, I think it sounds pretty good for the budget!
Omg. That is freaking genius! I used cotton instead XD because the foam for keyboards aint available in my country
@Hiryu Imajin I wish I had cotton laying around because I used packing peanuts + painters tape for my keyboard.
WHO SED I DONT HAVE LUBE IN MY CLOSET
🤨🤨🤨🤨
🤨🤨🤨🤨🤨🤨🤨
I can make some lube
😮
💀
Finally, I can use this video for my extremely cheap mechanical keyboard
i love that you accidently discovered that electric tape is better for modding while thinking about how to prevent fires
Always happy to see these collab-challenges.
I kinda “upgraded” a 20 dollar keyboard with 25 dollars. And it turned out pretty good. It sounds ok (it has red switches) and looks amazing
As a owner of a full on custom keyboard i say the best at low budget builds will be Lewis. I really like his low budget builds but for the higher budget ones you and Hippy are the best at creating a master piece.
Maan! Your voice is so calming 😫 im crying out of calmness Im having
I think you have the best sounding board to just swap some better keycaps on for sure. Decent caps and that would sound amazing for the price.
me chilling with $39 budget laptop
Very cool colab/group challenge, well done bringing everyone in. And it just goes to show more money not always wins everything. Also its always great to see different approaches on the same subject. Well done. Would like to see a challenge where there is a common goal like: make most thocky, or most silent, or most clickies, or most bouncy typing, or like keybored to do a plate mount conversion, and as usual modding budget under 80usd
so relaxing to listen/watch.
that spacebar was ticking really bad on the left side though that was the only thing that bothered about this build, other than that this was a super legit budget build, Betty! Also, if Lewis had just lubed his stabs and switches, I really feel like he would have probably gotten at least second place
It may seem weird but her voice is very calm and collected and gives me ASMR tingles
Thank you Switch and Click. I really love your videos. I can say that your videos help me to decide which keyboard I would buy. ❤️😍👍
Ayaya
Thanks for all your effort in your videos you’ve somehow taught me how to build mechanical keyboards thank you Betty ☺️
You are so welcome!
@@SwitchandClickOfficial how are you this underrated you deserve more #GETBETTYTO1MILLION
Who knew people would make a hobby out of thier keyboards. Before it was just slim keyboards, then it was the RGBs, now it's the mechanical features.
POV: Betty making a strong password 5:30
These upgrades are always so fun :)
This is one of the best videos you ever made!
Wow, thanks!
this is like my 1 millionth time watching this video i agree : )
what about shipping fee and tax?
if u live in the US theres free shipping on a lot of sites and im sure they all have amazon prime too
@@HelloKittyOnTren real
like the upgrade
I love her creativity she always figures out how to make good keyboards and upgrades on keyboards even with lower amounts of money in these challenges I love these videos in general like wow !! Also imagine she hearts this comment😆
Hearted!
Wow! Thanks switch and click😁
I have those same keycaps in the Blue/White/Lt. Blue variant. I really like the way the owl and panda w/headphones look when lit.
I would love a keyboard challenge where you would do mods that no one has ever done something new it would be nice to see and thanks you for reading this comment.
I still can't get over the fact that you went from the most energetic person I've seen to the most chill person on earth
Yes! this is just what I needed; I don't wanna spend a leg for a nice keyboard anymore.
ive never once hav been interested in making my own keyboarded but after watching this......
Her: You don’t just have lube in your closet. Cubers: …
5:15 "the key that you never use"
Me who uses this key all the time as a programmer:
"you don't have lube just laying in your closet"
stares at my closet and finds an empty bottle of lube: yeah i agree with your statement
I would love to have a video where the same group of people have to build a full gaming setup (PC, Monitor, Mouse, Headset, Keyboard, and Mousemat) and the price ranges from $400 to $2500. Love the content so thx, this video made my day.
I think it'd be quite a challenge for y'all if you tried to build a good iso-layout keyboard with norde extension keycaps. Those are so hard to find. I started to get into this world and am not able to find proper pbt keycaps with iso-de or norde.
I actually find this video very entertaining thank you for making this.
I love that you guys do these videos. Thank you so much!
Glad you like them!
I was just letting my youtube play while i'm grinding out the Destiny 2 weekly but this video FOUND ME and stole my attention! Love this. so cool. Totally Subscribing.
Thank you :)
0:28 I do ;)
me to
This is how science wins you the budget keyboard challenge. Hats off to Keybored
i swear to god this had me dieing laughing when she said we dont have lube in our closet
KEYBORED IS CRAZY
Love to see a challenge where who can make the best sounding keyboard with just a bottle of silicone rubber. I'd also love to see a challenge on what's the best type of tape to use on a keyboard PCB to get that sweet thock sound. There are heaps of different tapes out there! Anything goes!
Ngl, I'm glad to see Lewis more, I remember when he had 4k and I boosted his discord server
It's a great day when she uploads.
Silly switch and click, you dont need a keycap / switch remover, you just need nails and a screwdriver :D
Okay hold on i watched the rest of the video and ur buying a screwdriver, do most ppl not have screwdrivers in their homes or somethin.....
@@nitricacid2516 they cant use their own tools
me who thinks 40$ is expensive
Same
Same bro
@@Normalguythatisbored dementia
True
@@Pinuaple LOL
It’s funny you guys are all trying to make it sound better and a sharper click but Ive always tried to find the quietest keyboard on the market. I have an issue with the clicking noises lol
Interesting challenge and interesting techniques Jolly good show @Switch and Click and the rest of the guys who participated. Also, is it just me or does Betty sound a bit fatigued throughout the video?
Anyhow, great job Betty and the rest of the guys 🙂
"no one has lube in their closet" speak for yourself
Love your videos! What would you say are the top 3 best budget 75% keyboard?
NT75 super budget friendly version of gmmk pro
For some reason I just really love the way you talk
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It’s not lol
Uhhh no it’s not
Challenge idea: A retro keyboard that doesn't break the bank ($75 ish). Steampunk, or for extra fun, Atompunk. Is this possible?
I could watch this 100 times
Editing: Great
Storyline: Awesome
Your keyboard: the best
Hipyo’s keyboard: Bruh
Wow, thanks!
That was an awesome transformation with $40!
Wow. It sounds so nice.
It’s just amazing how I’m typing on a 55 dollar crappy onn mechanical crappy keyboard watching her turn a budget keyboard into a Beaty. Just amazing. :]
"You dont have lube just laying around". Who said I dont?😏😏
i don't know why i find it hilarious seeing people react to a spacebar sound like a dubstep fan would to a virtual riot song
So I am very new to this but what I really want is probably what everyone wants. A video on a cheap keyboard that is functional but hot swappable then you take me through each thing I can do to make it amazing. So lube, silicon the bottom, explain what the heck is going on with the limited availability of switches. So the whole video is an actual realistic project I can do, you know? A lot of the videos feel inaccessible when you use keycaps or switches you already had. It's very entertaining. Not every video is going to be a project I can follow. It's totally cool but I could use something grounded.
So, switches, I wanted neapolitans but I cant find them. I dont get that. So I found that TTC Gold Pinks were maybe similar and bought a butt load of those but nothing to put them in yet. But there is a video I havent seen done but could be interested to see more of, with those specific switches. It's a sound test with just different keycaps. I didnt know that was a thing.
Now Im checking out chassis. Looking at what is apparently called an Alice setup. Just ergo style. So much lingo.
Checking out Keyboreds video on this glue...
Switch and Click: You don't have lube laying around in your house.
Me: I do...
Your voice make me so calm, I subscribed .
Fun fact for you, with tiny flathead screw drivers you can open up switches by sticking up the clips on the side to which i did before owning a switch opener its simple and effective.
Here in the Philippines I upgraded my redragon lakshimi keyboard with 14$.. that includes EVA and PE FOAM, Masking Tape, and 70 pieces of KTT Kang Whites V4. Unbelievably sounds super duper good and feels great even without lubing the switches yet. One of the joys of being in a poor country I guess..
4:33 hipyo laughs in the coroner
Pls more of these challenges!
Hi Betty, Off subject, would you please do a video or perhaps a supplemental mini-vid on numpads? Maybe 3 wired and 3 wireless. Thanks so much, have a great day!
i think maybe you should try and flip your space bar and it might sound thockier
Well, I wholeheartedly disagree, of course i have loads of lube in my closet!
Bruh! I am so happy to see your channel grow so much. If i am not wrong, not too long ago she had 50k Subs and now it's 660k . Damn! Well deserved.
thank you!
what mic do u use ?
3:12, you really needed a calculator?
“You don’t have lube laying around in your closet”
I beg to differ
I did the same, bought a 35 bucks keyboard. Put some foam in it, didnt have lube + lil expensive. Sounds really good :)
Everyone making these keyboards with such less money
Me over here with a 10$ membrane keyboard
Betty: we all got the same keyboard
Hipyo: are u sure abt that?
I have lube laying around lol
what i was gonna say
wait he barely spent 40 on a 50 dollar budget? 😂😂
The keyboard you started with was already better than mine HAHAAHAHA
11:58 “You gonna scroll by without saying hi to coiny?”
@@lukerduker hi :D
I know this is an older video, but I just wanted to say careful using electrical tape in that manner. It's not bad really, but the adhesive tends to get really gummy over time, so if you ever want to get back into that keyboard, you could have a pretty sticky mess.
I love Super Lube for keyboard use. I use the PTFE silicone grease as my switch lube. It's dirt cheap, a tube will last the normal keyboard enthusiast a lifetime, and it works great. Just be _very_ light with application in switches.
Although I found out about you after I moved to st Pete last summer, it’s still nostalgic as I’m in hs now. Also, ur voice is calming.