Reddit mentions of CORSAIR K70 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - USB Passthrough & Media Controls - Tactile & Quiet - Cherry MX Brown

I'm putting this here because I don't want to flood the main sub with what I'm able to find. So here goes:

Headphones| Price

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[ATH-M50x Headphones] (https://www.amazon.ca/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-Professional-Headphones/dp/B00HVLUR86/ref=sr_1_1?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499757226&sr=1-1&keywords=headphones) |$150 in cart. $250-$300 everywhere else I check
[Sennhieser HD 598 SR Headphones] (https://www.amazon.ca/Sennheiser-HD-598-SR-Open-Back/dp/B06WRMZZ45/ref=sr_1_1?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499757356&sr=1-1&keywords=hd+598) |$109 Record low
[Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Headphones] (https://www.amazon.ca/Audio-Technica-ATH-M40x-Professional-Headphones/dp/B00HVLUR54/ref=sr_1_6?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499758834&sr=1-6&keywords=bose) |$180 - $38 = $141
[August EP650-Bluetooth headphones] (https://www.amazon.ca/August-EP650-Bluetooth-Wireless-Headphones-Leather/dp/B00F54Y6GU/ref=sr_1_2?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499759484&sr=1-2&keywords=headphones)| Was $99, now $58
[August EP640 Bluetooth Headphones] (https://www.amazon.ca/August-EP640-Rechargeable-built-Smartphones/dp/B00MHOFR78/ref=sr_1_1?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499772544) |was $80, now $37
[Prime Day Bluedio T2S Headphones] (https://www.amazon.ca/Bluedio-Shooting-Bluetooth-headphones-wireless/dp/B00Q2VIW9M/ref=sr_1_4?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499759635&sr=1-4&keywords=bluetooth) | Was $20, $21 in cart no tax
Prime Day Bluedio V Headphones | was $200, $140 in cart no tax
[AUSDOM ANC 7 Bluetooth noise cancelling] (https://www.amazon.ca/Cancelling-Headphones-AUSDOM-Bluetooth-Comfortable/dp/B01LZ7Q5R1/ref=sr_1_4?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499808109&sr=1-4&keywords=aptx) | was $100, now $50. Well reviewed!
[Sony Extra bass bluetooth headphones] (https://www.amazon.ca/Sony-MDRXB950B1-Extra-Headphone-Model/dp/B01N5UVZBP) | was $200, now $99


Earbuds| Price

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[Aukey Arcs Bluetooth Sport] (https://www.amazon.ca/AUKEY-Bluetooth-Headphones-Microphone-Sweatproof/dp/B01EWUP4NQ/ref=sr_1_4?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499804815&sr=1-4&keywords=headphones)| was $24, now $14
[1MORE Triple Driver earbuds] (https://www.amazon.ca/1MORE-Headphones-Earphones-Compatible-Microphone/dp/B01KB9K9Z0/ref=lp_17037466011_1_4?srs=17037466011&ie=UTF8&qid=1499766067&sr=8-4&th=1) | Was $131, $106 in cart

Bluetooth misc| Price

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[Anker Premium Stereo Bluetooth 4.0 Speaker ] (https://www.amazon.ca/Anker-Bluetooth-Subwoofers-Portable-Wireless/dp/B0107WH8Q4/ref=sr_1_6?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499800448&sr=1-6&keywords=subwoofer) | was $130, now $60
[Trond bluetooth receiver] (https://www.amazon.ca/TROND-Bluetooth-Receiver-Headphones-Speakers/dp/B01M9I0LSK/) | Was $25, now $20. I have one its awesome
[Altman Bluetooth Transmitter/receiver] (https://www.amazon.ca/ALTMAN-Bluetooth-Transmitter-Receiver-Wireless/dp/B06Y25PGBG/ref=sr_1_1?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499803431&sr=1-1&keywords=aptx) |was $43, now $26



CPU Coolers| Price

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[CORSAIR Hydro Series H100i v2 Extreme ] (https://www.amazon.ca/CORSAIR-Extreme-Performance-Liquid-CW-9060025-WW/dp/B019EXSSBG/ref=sr_1_1?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499757440&sr=1-1&keywords=corsair) |$110. Historic [all time low] (https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/product/CrDzK8/corsair-cpu-cooler-cw9060025ww)
[Corsair Hydro Series H115i Extreme Performance] (https://www.amazon.ca/Corsair-Extreme-Performance-Liquid-CW-9060027-WW/dp/B019955RNQ/ref=sr_1_3?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499756838&sr=1-3&keywords=corsair) |$155 (temporarily out of stock)
[MasterLiquid Pro 240 All-In-One] (https://www.amazon.ca/MasterLiquid-Technology-Chamber-MasterFan-Radiator/dp/B01E5XNP5Y/ref=lp_16927652011_1_24?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1499766384&sr=1-24) | was $140, now $95 [Historic low] (https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/product/sqmxFT/cooler-master-cpu-cooler-mlyd24ma20mbr1)

PSU| Price

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[Corsair CS650M] (https://www.amazon.ca/Corsair-Modular-Efficient-Supply-CS650M/dp/B00GH9NA2I/ref=sr_1_11?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499757999&sr=1-11&keywords=corsair) |$110. Not the lowest but okay
[EVGA SuperNOVA 550 G3] (https://www.amazon.ca/EVGA-SuperNOVA-Modular-Warranty-220-G3-0550-Y1/dp/B01LWTS2UL/ref=sr_1_1?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499759891&sr=1-1&keywords=evga)| Was $130, now $99 [historic low] (https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/product/sMM323/evga-supernova-g3-550w-80-gold-certified-fully-modular-atx-power-supply-220-g3-0550)

Cases| Price

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[Corsair 780T full atx case] (https://www.amazon.ca/Corsair-Graphite-780T-Full-Tower/dp/B00LA6POK4) | $189 in cart. Not an [all time low] (https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/product/sNJwrH/corsair-case-cc9011063ww) but not bad
[Corsair Carbide 400C white] (https://www.amazon.ca/Corsair-CC-9011095-WW-Carbide-Compact-Mid-Tower/dp/B01F97W9ZM/ref=sr_1_12?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499813131&sr=1-12&keywords=corsair) |$105 in cart

HDD| Price

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[Seagate Backup Plus Hub 8TB] (https://www.amazon.ca/Seagate-External-Desktop-Storage-STEL8000100/dp/B01HD6ZLQ6/ref=sr_1_3?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499758359&sr=1-3&keywords=hdd) | $270 - 51 = $219
[Seagate 4TB BarraCuda Pro ] (https://www.amazon.ca/Seagate-BarraCuda-3-5-Inch-Internal-ST4000DM006/dp/B01MSW4MNS/ref=sr_1_4?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499758359&sr=1-4&keywords=hdd)|$245-75 = $170 [Historic low!] (https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/product/qRtWGX/seagate-barracuda-pro-4tb-35-7200rpm-internal-hard-drive-st4000dm006)
[Seagate Backup Plus 4TB Portable] (https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0196J43TE/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&psc=1) | Was $160, now $135 [all time low] (https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/product/NyQRsY/seagate-backup-plus-4tb-external-hard-drive-stdr4000100)
[Seagate Firecuda 2TB] (https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01M1NHCZT/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)| was $126, now $85 [Historic low] (https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/product/zk7CmG/seagate-firecuda-2tb-25-5400rpm-internal-hard-drive-st2000lx001)
[Seagate Firecuda 1TB] (https://www.amazon.ca/Seagate-Firecuda-2-5-Inch-Internal-ST1000LX015/dp/B01LWRTRZU/ref=sr_1_1?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499767750&sr=1-1&keywords=ssd) | was $83, now $60 [Historic low] (https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/product/w6x9TW/seagate-firecuda-1tb-25-5400rpm-hybrid-internal-hard-drive-st1000lx015)

Input Devices| Price

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[Logitech G13 input pad] (https://www.amazon.ca/Logitech-G13-Programmable-Gameboard-Display/dp/B001NEK2GE/ref=sr_1_21?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499761901&sr=1-21&keywords=board+games) | Was $75, now $55 [Historic Low] (https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/product/jbvZxr/logitech-keyboard-920000946)
[Corsair Gaming K70 LUX RGB MX Brown] (https://www.amazon.ca/Corsair-Gaming-Mechanical-Keyboard-Backlit/dp/B01ER4B7YM/ref=sr_1_6?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499770080&) | was $180, now $160 [Historic low] (https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/product/34M323/corsair-k70-lux-rgb-wired-gaming-keyboard-ch-9101012-na)


Networking| Price

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[NETGEAR Nighthawk X8 AC5300 Router] (https://www.amazon.ca/NETGEAR-Nighthawk-Tri-Band-Quad-Stream-R8500-100CNS/dp/B01A85Y9TE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1499760240&sr=8-1&keywords=NETGEAR+Nighthawk+X8+AC5300)| was $499, now $290
[TP-Link AC3200 Tri band router] (https://www.amazon.ca/TP-Link-Tri-Band-Beamforming-Archer-C3200/dp/B00YY3XSSA/ref=sr_1_3?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499760450&sr=1-3&keywords=modem) | Was $249, now $175
[Netgear 16-Port Gigabit Switch] (https://www.amazon.ca/Netgear-16-Port-Gigabit-Ethernet-Desktop/dp/B01AX8XHRQ/ref=sr_1_6?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499760948&sr=1-6&keywords=ethernet) | Was $106, now $75 in cart

MISC| Price

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[Logitech C922x Webcam] (https://www.amazon.ca/Logitech-Stream-Webcam-Streaming-960-001176/dp/B01LXCDPPK/ref=sr_1_5?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499760799&sr=1-5&keywords=computer) | was $130, now $89. All time low
[Acer KG251Q 1080p Freesync monitor] (https://www.amazon.ca/Acer-KG251Q-bmiix-FREESYNC-Technology/dp/B06X6HJ1SF/ref=sr_1_6?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499762804&sr=1-6&keywords=monitor) | Was $230, now $170
[M9S PRO android tv box] (https://www.amazon.ca/Leelbox-M9S-Pro-Android-6-0/dp/B01MD0NZPK/ref=sr_1_2?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499767387) | Was $130, $98 in cart
[Cyberpower 600w UPS] (https://www.amazon.ca/CyberPower-CP1000PFCLCD-Sinewave-Compatible-Mini-Tower/dp/B00429N192/ref=sr_1_1?s=prime-day&psr=PDAY&ie=UTF8&qid=1499803529&sr=1-1&keywords=ups) | was $224, now $125


I'll try to keep tabs on everything but let me know if there are any errors or price updates. And as a side note, I'm actually getting downvotes for this? I can't see how there could possibly be a sane explanation for that.

 

EDIT: Updated 7:00pm EST!! Let me know if there's anything you see and I'll put it in here!

 

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If he doesn't have one already, a mechanical keyboard would be a great gift. They can be a bit pricey, but you can get one for ~100 dollars that is pretty decent; it'll making typing a much nicer experience. Specifically, I'd look for any keyboard which has "Cherry MX Brown" or "Cherry MX Blue" switches. The key switch determines how the keyboard feels, and how loud it is.

I have blues at home and browns for my keyboard at work and both options are solid. I prefer blues myself but they are loud, Browns feel similar but they don't have an audible click so they are much quieter.

Be wary of "like-mechanical" keyboard, that are basically just expensive membrane keyboard that try and mimic the mechanical feel.

Here are two pretty good options to get you started:

https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Gaming-Mechanical-Keyboard-Backlit/dp/B01ER4B7YM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1503434727&sr=8-1&keywords=corsair+k70

https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Mechanical-Keyboard-Tactile-High-Speed/dp/B009C98NPY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1503434740&sr=8-1&keywords=logitec+g710%2B

If you are looking for RGB K70 LUX...
LINK for $110

Corsair K70 Lux

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ER4B7YM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Look for a major brand like Corsair with real Cherry MX keys like on a K70 LUX which I love :
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01ER4B7K6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_CIoLyb8SGQ4XM
Or the RGB version for 55$+ (if you absolutely need rainbows 🌈) :
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01ER4B7YM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_LJoLybX24W2B2

I have the Corsair K70 with blues, and find it to be satisfying, but too loud. If you like the Corsair software options, here's an RGB version with MX Browns which would seem to fit the bill quite nicely.

This is a historical low for this Keyboard. The Cherry MX Browns are also on sale for $149.99:

https://www.amazon.ca/Corsair-Gaming-Mechanical-Keyboard-Backlit/dp/B01ER4B7YM/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1510929555&sr=1-1&keywords=k70%2Bbrown%2Brgb&th=1

For those wanting to save $10, the Strafe RGB (Silents) are also at a historical low at $149.99:

https://www.amazon.ca/Corsair-Mechanical-Ultra-Quiet-Multicolor-CH-9000121-NA/dp/B0164SF9TS/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1510929876&sr=1-3&keywords=strafe+rgb

I use this one at work:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ER4B7YM

The brown switches are quieter and the build quality has been pretty great.
[edit] I also agree with the Razor sentiment--stay away. Their build quality is not good.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01ER4B7YM/ref=mp_s_a_1_2/140-7384968-9786401?ie=UTF8&qid=1527354352&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=corsair+k75&dpPl=1&dpID=414uKv7%2BkXL&ref=plSrch

It's a bit over, but:

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01ER4B7YM/

Monitor 1 (Right hand side)
ASUS ROG Swift PG278QR 27” Gaming Monitor 1440p 1ms 165Hz DP HDMI G-SYNC Eye Care https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N4ENDXR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_fVjYCb5Y67BGH

Monitor 2 (left hand side)
ASUS VG278Q 27" Full HD 1080p 144Hz 1ms Eye Care G-SYNC Compatible Adaptive Sync Gaming Monitor with DP HDMI DVI https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074JLD4HZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_aWjYCbNY6GWQT

Keyboard
CORSAIR K70 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - USB Passthrough & Media Controls - Tactile & Quiet - Cherry MX Brown https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ER4B7YM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_NWjYCbRD012GF

Is the Corsair K70 RGB Cherry MX Brown my best bet for a ~$150 mechanical for gaming?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ER4B7YM/?tag=wcengdgtsynd-20&ascsubtag=WC96746

Corsair K70. Very well built and corsair is a very good company. Anything by EVGA and Corsair can be trusted because they'll replace things at the drop of a hat no questions asked.

Corsair Gaming K70 LUX RGB Mechanical Keyboard, Backlit RGB LED, Cherry MX RGB Brown https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ER4B7YM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_nnMKzb5HSJWZW

I've really been considering the corsair K70 RBG. It is a little pricier, and that is why I haven't bit the bullet yet. Trying to convince my wife that I "need" it for school. Any thoughts about it? Are there keyboards leagues ahead for the same price? I do prefer more of the modern look than the old retro IBM look so far (I'm easily convinced at this point though, there are some really neat boards with the custom keys, but I won't be putting in that type of money for some while).

I do want a full board with keypad. I've always had it, so it is convenient.

Link: https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Gaming-Mechanical-Keyboard-Backlit/dp/B01ER4B7YM/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1481870115&sr=8-6&keywords=K70

TBH, unless you're playing at a very high level, literally anything will do. Because I use my computer for basically everything in my life (I'm a CS Major at Uni) I've put a little more money into my keyboard than I'd recommend for basically anyone. You'd be fine with a basic membrane keyboard/laser mouse.

I'm personally running a corsair k70 keyboard with brown switches and a logitech g502 mouse, with Corsair VOID's as my headset. As much as I love my keyboard, mouse, and headset, let me say this in no uncertain terms: There is absolutely no reason to spend 250 dollars out the gate on peripherals. A lot of local stores (best buy I know has a couple) have little shelves in the gaming peripherals aisle where you can try things out. But you could seriously just use the standard dell membrane keyboard and laser mouse. I know that's not the answer you're looking for, but I seriously recommend just getting your basic office keyboard/a decently comfortable mouse

If you're opened to anything else, I have this: https://www.amazon.ca/Corsair-Gaming-Mechanical-Keyboard-Backlit/dp/B01ER4B7YM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1539744278&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=corsair+cherry+mx+brown&dpPl=1&dpID=414uKv7%2BkXL&ref=plSrch

NIB

I'm having difficulty choosing my first mechanical keyboard. I was set on getting Corsair but now I'm back and forth between a couple at the moment, but still considering/open to some others. Using with a Mac but building my PC soon (just FYI).

I understand the dislike of Corsair and Razer due to the non-standard bottom row. However, I do like the dedicated media keys and the use of software to control the RGB is great, but suppose they aren't necessary.

Ideally, I would like an RGB keyboard and think I'm settled on brown switches. Media keys could be with a function key and not dedicated. And still kind of not sure about needing a full sized keyboard, but thinking I do want to have the arrow keys which is why I chose the MK Disco and iKBC.

• MK Disco RGB PBT brown
  
• Corsair K70 LUX RGB Cherry MX Brown
  
• iKBC RGB Cherry MX Brown
  
  Other considerations
  
  
• CoolerMaster MasterKeys Pro L (Ideally would prefer S but can't find in stock)

If you're looking for a mechanical keyboard, the Corsair K70 RGB is going for $109.99 right now for the next 14 hours or so. there's a post on /r/buildapcsales with pretty good reviews of it.

Thinking of getting a Corsair RGB K70 with Cherry MX Brown switches and had a quick question; is there literally any difference between these the two products listed on amazon? Because one's ten bucks cheaper and to me, that counts.

https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Gaming-Mechanical-Keyboard-Backlit/dp/B01ER4B7YM

https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Gaming-Mechanical-Keyboard-Backlit/dp/B014W1Z4LC - ($10 cheaper than the first one)

I've been looking to get a new keyboard for ages and as someone extremely picky, I finally found a keyboard that does it all, the Corsair K70 LUX. The problem is, it looks like it's impossible to get it with blue MX switches. Which really sucks because everything else about it is great. Does anyone know of any similar keyboards? I would like dedicated media keys, clicky switches, and RGB lighting.

No macros: Corsair K70

With Macros: Corsair K95 Platinum

https://www.amazon.com/CORSAIR-K70-Mechanical-Gaming-Keyboard/dp/B01ER4B7YM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1511643895&sr=8-1&keywords=corsair+k70+lux+rgb+brown

This may be a better question for r/mechanicalkeyboards however they didn't seem to have as much Q&A functionality as this sub does.


I'm looking to buy a Corsair Gaming K70 LUX RGB Mechanical Keyboard (link below) but I'm unsure of which keyboard style I should get. I went to Best Buy and was able to try the K65 in a Cherry MX Red version of a different Corsair keyboard and liked the feel and sound of it, but in research have read that the MX Browns are even quieter. Since there wasn't an MX Brown available for trial in stores I've visited I haven't been able to get any hands on experience to compare different types.


I'm looking for anyone with experience between the different versions of mechanical keyboards and how the sounds vary between the stealthier versions of mechanical keyboards like Blue and Brown. Ideally I would like to buy the quietest keyboard that also still has a good level of depression and 'feel' to pressing each key as it will be used for both work and gaming. What would be your recommendation that I should get knowing the information above?


Many thanks in advance for any replies or information.


Link to Keyboard in question: https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Gaming-Mechanical-Keyboard-Backlit/dp/B01ER4B7YM/ref=dp_ob_title_ce?th=1

Ive been looking for a brown switch keyboard RGB as my first mech keyboard.

Which one is the best value/quality?

Ive narrowed down to the:
Corsair Strafe. Amazon _ Its $120-140

The K70 Amazon $130-150

Azio Mgk L80 Amazon $90

Thermaltake POSEIDON Z RGB Amazon $ 100

MasterKeys Pro L Amazon $130