Most of the monitors here are free sync and I would say have good implementations however I will include a Gsync category.

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I would not recommend 4k for the 2080. It would be able to run games around 60 fps at 4k however refresh rate will make things more enjoyable. Also, 4k high refresh rate monitors are currently very expensive.

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Good value companies to look at:

Viotek

Pixio (Did not list since availability issues but worth looking at)

Nixeus

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More established companies to look at:

Acer

Asus

Samsung

LG

Gigabyte (They have one monitor on the market)

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TL;DR of VA vs IPS

IPS has slightly better viewing angles than VA.

IPS has slightly better colors VA.

IPS has better response time than VA.

However, VA does not have defects like IPS glow and much better contrast, so much better blacks and such.

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TL;DR of TN vs IPS

IPS has much better viewing angles than TN. TN will color shift if looked at straight on.

IPS has much better colors than TN.

TN has the best response rate.

TN is basically worse in every way than VA and IPS except for response time.

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27"

Nixeus EDG 27" (NX-EDG27S v2) : $399.99

Here is one of the best value 1440p, 144hz, IPS monitors

https://www.amazon.com/Nixeus-FreeSync-Certified-Monitor-NX-EDG27S/dp/B07N4DL9F7/ref=sr_1_1?crid=32PU0K3VQCQXR&keywords=nixeus+edg27&qid=1555093535&s=electronics&sprefix=nexius+e%2Celectronics%2C126&sr=1-1

Aorus AD27QD 27": $595.33

Arguably one of the best 1440p, 144hz IPS monitor:

https://www.amazon.com/FreeSync-Monitor-Exclusive-2560x1440-Response/dp/B07MVX3PKS

VIOTEK GN27DB 27": $329.99

A good value VA panel by Viotek

https://www.amazon.com/27-Inch-Monitor-Samsung-FreeSync-GamePlus/dp/B078P57ZWL/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=viotek&qid=1555094420&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Samsung CHG70 27-inch: $499.99

A good quality Samsung monitor however I would say it is overpriced, uses a VA panel

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XSQ5QN8/ref=emc_b_5_t

Dell S-Series 27" (S2719DGF): $368.75

A good cheap TN panel usually can be found around $300 on sale

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-27-Inch-LED-Lit-Monitor-S2719DGF/dp/B00N2L5CXO

AOC Agon AG271QX 27" : $390.00

An alternative to the dell.

https://www.amazon.com/AOC-AG271QX-2560x1440-Adjustable-DisplayPort/dp/B01G5JYN0C

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32"

LG 32GK650F-B 32": $408.98

This is the LG monitor I would recommend over the one this post has

https://www.amazon.com/LG-32GK650F-B-Monitor-FreeSync-Technology/dp/B07FLGR2PN

BenQ EX3203R 32": $537.99

Here is an alternative Benq monitor

https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-EX3203R-FreeSync2-Brightness-Intelligence/dp/B07DPVRZXG

The two 32" monitors are also VA panels.

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34"

MSI Non-Glare UltraWide 21:9 Screen 34": $419.99 also there is a $20 MIR.

Here is an MSI ultrawide (21:9) 1440p inside your price range

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824475018

Currently on sale on Newegg, however, remember Newegg has a terrible dead pixel policy.

Instead, I would buy it from B&H even though it is a little more expensive: $449.99

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1443762-REG/msi_optixmag341cq_34_curved_21_9_lcd.html

Acer ED347CKR bmidphzx 34" 21:9: $499.99

Here is an alternative ultrawide in case you don't want the MSI one

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1415643-REG/acer_um_ce7aa_001_ed347ckr_34_va_curved.html

Both of the ultrawide monitors I have listed are VA panels.

VIOTEK GN35DR 35" 21:9: $449.99

Another ultrawide alternative by Viotek

https://www.amazon.com/VIOTEK-GN35DR-35-Inch-Ultrawide-Monitor/dp/B07L9GL6WH/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=viotek&qid=1555094420&s=gateway&sr=8-4

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Gsync monitors (Would not recommend since you are paying extra for gsync without any apparent benefits anymore since free sync now works with Nvidia GPUs)

Dell Gaming S2716DGR 27.0" : $446.00

Can be found on sale around $350 mark. This is a TN panel

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Gaming-S2716DGR-LED-Lit-Monitor/dp/B0149QBOF0

Acer Predator XB271HU bmiprz 27" : $599.99

The old goto monitor before free sync became compatible with Nvidia gpus.

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-Predator-XB271HU-2560x1440-Display/dp/B0173PEX20

ASUS ROG PG279Q 27" : $699.00

The other goto monitor before free sync became compatible with Nvidia gpus.

https://www.amazon.com/PG279Q-DisplayPort-Adjustable-Ergonomic-EyeCare/dp/B017EVR2VM

No need to apologize. I certainly haven't owned every board out there, so the best I can do is take a look at reviews to feature set with you.


So first, let's decide some things.
Do you want a backlight? If so, does it need to be RGB?


What size board do you prefer? I would suggest going no lower than tenkeyless if you're using it at all for some professional work, only because it could temporarily slow down your work rate because some keys will be in different positions or missing entirely. This may take getting used to. If you're up for that, that's cool too. Full size boards have a numberpad, some are larger with "macro" keys. There are variations with fewer keys, that maybe don't have arrow keys etc. and are slightly smaller. Then there's tenkeyless, which has no numbpad, and then smaller variations often with no function keys or arrow keys, with their functions require key combos.


We've got a price range, and we're going for mechanical, but I'm wondering how much branding and brand names matter to you. There are some boards out there with big logos, and they can be ugly as sin, doesn't affect functionality, but cosmetics are worth considering on something you look at daily. Next, do you need a brand that's "famous?" It may be hard to find a RAZER, Corsair, CoolerMaster, or other big names in the industry under $40, depending on your required feature set.

Finally, that brings us to switch type. There's a lot of brands of switch style, and if I had to guess, you're probably gonna have trouble finding Cherry MX, the most iconic switch type, in this range. That said, some of the "copy" switches are nearly identical and have pretty solid build quality, differences only noticeable by the most sensitive of typists. So here's a quick break down of the most popular switch types:

Blue: Tactile Bump during actuation, can feel it and hear it(loudest switch, clicks on bump, clacks when the key "bottoms out" or is pressed all the way down)

Brown: Very light tactile bump(I don't really feel it if I've just been typing on my blue or Razer green switch board), makes a sound when bottoming out. This is considered the happy medium, somewhat silent, can be made very quiet with an accessory, still had tactile feedback.

Red: Silent, linear switches. Not whisper silent, but much quieter, no noise or tactile bump when the keypress is actuated. I really don't think you'll be able to snag a new board with these.

Black: Silent, almost exactly like reds, but require more force to press down, they're not too popular as people complain they make their fingers tired. However, I see them a lot under budget boards.


The Blue, Brown and Reds are the most common. There are more switches out there, and some brands use different colors to associate the style, but the styles are largely the same.


I'm gonna link(not affiliate links) some boards, just to show the styles and backlighting options off, these are mostly a bit out of your price range, but this should give you a general idea of what they look like, and how much extra things like RGB cost:

Pretty standard tenkeylessboard: https://www.amazon.com/TOMOKO-Water-Resistant-Mechanical-Keyboard-Non-Conflicting/dp/B01DBJTZU2/ref=sr_1_31?ie=UTF8&qid=1520206833&sr=8-31&keywords=rgb+mechanical+keyboard


A compact board, I believe it's a 75% variation: https://www.amazon.com/Element-Mechanical-Keyboard-Waterproof-Anti-Ghosting/dp/B01FXF7HFC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1520205858&sr=8-4&keywords=rgb+mechanical+keyboard


Tenkeyless RGB: https://www.amazon.com/Keyboard-Mechanical-Redragon-illuminated-ABS-Metal/dp/B019O9BLVY/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1520205858&sr=8-5&keywords=rgb+mechanical+keyboard


Fullsize board, the standard: https://www.amazon.com/Element-Mechanical-Programmable-Waterproof-Anti-Ghosting/dp/B073QPDZHQ/ref=sr_1_45?ie=UTF8&qid=1520206906&sr=8-45&keywords=rgb+mechanical+keyboard


Now, these are mostly "cheap" brands, in that they're not ultra famous like RAZER, or Corsair, etc. But, these are some of the more highly rated boards. Of course, you absolutely do not have to buy from amazon either, and these are mostly out of the range, so please get back to me on the style and backlighting options you'd like. I think one of these "knock off" brands will be your best bet, particularly if you want backlighting. Other users are of course free to offer advice too.


Once you tell me, generally, the size, and switch type we're after, we can try to find some boards that are on sale, not just the stuff I quickly found that was relatively cheap and well reviewed. Sometimes you can get something that seems a decent price, for even less if you watch and wait. So that might be worth considering too.

Please let me know your preferences, and I hope my explanations were somewhat clear.

Yes! Let me help you as I was just helping another friend pick a laptop for the same reason.

So these are the best ones I found using that ebay deal:

1. Asus GL551JW-WH71
   
   
2. Asus FZ50VX-WS74
   
   Then there are some other options on Amazon that are in the same price range. I suggest purchasing the used versions through Amazon Warehouse for a huge discount (that's what I did and it was in perfect condition).
   
   These all have similar specs but vary in terms of hard drives and processors (like i5 vs i7). The first one here is actually the one I bought a year ago and currently using it right now. I haven't had any problems with it yet and it has a fantastic battery and it's really easy to upgrade parts. It comes with a 256GB M.2 SSD and also has an empty 2.5" HD slot so you can just toss in an extra HD.
   
   The second one comes with a drive in the 2.5" slot but you can still add an M.2 drive as well. The difference being the 1st one has an i5 with 4 cores and the 2nd is an i7 with 4 cores+Hyperthreading (so more powerful as a workstation). Same battery, graphics card and screen though.
   
   
3. Dell with i5 + 256GB SSD
   
   
4. Dell with i7 + 1TB HDD
   
   This last one is another Asus through Amazon. Similar specs as others but it has a really big SSD, although it doesn't come with a second HD bay for additional storage and instead has a CD drive.
   
   
5. ASUS ZX53VW
   
   Hope this helps!!

Here's a Ryzen 5 2600 for just $150 w/ free shipping (and inc. stock cooler obv, even if the Stealth is nothing to write home about), which provides simlar perfomance (and superior IPC if you can believe it, with Zen+ edging out both Haswell-E & Broadwell-E) stock vs stock to an i7-6850K in both single & multi-threaded workloads (unless it's something extremely memory bound, that can properly take advantage of X99's quad-channel DDR4), but running cooler, quieter, more efficient, and for just 1/2 the price for a brand new chip that's on a current AND future-proof platform with great boards available for just $70ish.

AM4 has pretty much made every single pre-X299 Intel HEDT platform essentially obsolete for those that don't need it's expanded I/O & memory sub-systems (which Intel would still gimp to varying extents on all but the flagship SKU anyways), and for those people that's what AMD's X399/Threadripper platform is for (which beats X299/ Skylake-X|Cascade Lake-X across the board on both those fronts).

And if your workload priorities happen to lean towards the multi-threaded side, 1st Gen but 8c/16t R7 1700's (which will lose on ST, but dominate on MT vs an i7-6850K after both are reasonably overclocked) are a similar price new as the 2600, and w/ a bigger, better included cooler (Spire RGB vs Stealth).

Literally Intel's only remaining purchasing arguments are for those few who want the best single-threaded perfomance available, totally irregardless of cost/value (see the i9-9900K), and those unlucky few whose workload(s) leave them dependant on Thunderbolt support (which is exactly why freely licensable USB 3.1 Gen 2 [10Gb/s, aka 1.25GB/s, or equal BW to TB1] compatible devices should have been widely available like damn yesterday).

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B41WS48/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_KoqXBbRAMD8E6

I just got this Pecham XXL mouse pad on Amazon for $10 about a week ago, I'm super happy with it, although I wish they would have put the starting/finishing point of the edge stitching at the top-left instead of the bottom-left.

It's half the price, great quality and seems like it'll last me forever. I've only ever owned a wristrest from Glorious (given free for review) and I really wasn't thrilled with the quality of it especially considering the retail price.

If you're looking on the budget end, these keyboards will all be on sale tomorrow:

• Velocifire VM01 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard with Outemu Brown Switches 104 Keys LED Illuminated Backlit Anti-ghosting Keys (Black)
  
• MechanicalEagle Z-77 Multicolor Backlit 87 Keys Mechanical Gaming Keyboard with Blue Switches DIY Replaceable Switches - Black
  
• Mechanical Keyboard Gaming Keyboard Brown Switch 68-Keys Mini Design (60%) Gaming Wired Keyboard White Silver Magicforce by Qisan
  
• EagleTec KG010 Gaming / Industrial / Office Mechanical Keyboard With LED Backlit 104 Key (Black)
  
  The first 2 are pretty regularly posted on this sub. The 3rd is highly recommended on /r/MechanicalKeyboards as a good budget board (though the more expensive Gateron keys are preferred). I'm not familiar with the 4th, but it looks like it could be the same as a MechanicalEagle with a different badge.
  
  Here is a link that finds all of those keyboards except the Qisan (#3), which is filed under "Electronics" and "Video Games > Accessories" rather than "Computers & Accessories". It should also keep populating in case more keyboards show up, since deals are only posted 24 hours in advance. You should be able to change the price range, but I don't remember seeing any mechanical keyboards for $50+. You can also "Watch" the deals from that link so you are notified when they go live.
  
  Hope this helps, and good luck finding a board!

Sennheiser HD558 is just outside of your upper bracket by $2.99 on Amazon right now. I've never heard them, but having heard the HD598 recently, the HD558 should be a great candidate for you. The only downside would be these are open-back headphones, so they will leak a bit of sound and you can hear everything as if you don't have a headphone on at all.

For a closed-back headphone at that price range, lots of people recommends Creative Aurvana Live!, Sony MDR-V6, and Jaycar Pro Monitor Headphones (which is the same as this but less expensive). If you're into modding stuff, Fostex T50RP is considered one of the best headphone for modding and there's plenty of documentation online. Granted it is a tad over your upper bracket as well, thank the modders for that :D

Hm ok. I would recommend you go to your nearest Microcenter/Fry’s/other DIY PC store and test out what types of switches you like best.

OR

You could order a cheap mech kb with cherry clones from Amazon to try out for a while before splurging on an expensive one. Most of the highly reviewed clones on Amazon are Gaterons, Outemus, or Kaihls.

Here’s a blue clone (unsure of what type exactly) that some of my friends have used with good reviews

Thanks for the response! Much appreciated. Any thoughts on how it might compare to https://www.amazon.com/d/Monitors/27-Inch-Monitor-Samsung-FreeSync-GamePlus/B078P57ZWL/ref=sr_1_19?ie=UTF8&qid=1543191479&sr=8-19&keywords=freesync+monitor+144hz ?

Are MSI, Acer, ASUS, Samsung and ViewSonic typically considred better buys than companies like Pixio, Nixeus, Visiontek etc...? just curious and asking questions ha ha

Glad to hear it! Hope you enjoy it, it's really cool! If you run into tracking issues with the controllers I definitely recommend these two things (and using them in a USB 2.0 slot if possible):

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NH11R3I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009ZIILLI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

For home use only (or on-the-go if you're brave, these all leak sound):

Sennheiser HD558

Sennheiser HD518

AKG K240

Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X

Grado SR80e

For both at home or on the go:

Shure SRH440 *

V-Moda Crossface M80

Sennheiser Momentum on-ear

Sony MDRV6 *

have longer cables.

It's not so much a durability thing but a usability thing. You won't to hear everything going you in the subway while listening to music, and the people around you don't want to hear your music either. So that is why I recommend open headphones for home-use only, and closed back if you need pair for both applications.

For the most these headphones are easy to drive, and you should be able to power them straight out of your phone or computer.

I highly suggest reading reviews for all of these as they are very different from each other. My personal* picks for each application:

At home:

Grado Sr80e

Both:

Sennheiser momentum

Also check out /r/headphones and head-fi.org, both are great resources.

If you're in need of a mic stand to go with it, this seems to be a popular one

Edit: So I've set it up and tested it and the mic sounds great. It doesn't pick up any of my key presses or mouse clicks although you just have to mess with the thresholds and gain a little to suit your room and whatnot. The Neewer stand is nice also; easy mount and easy to move around

Do you know if you like blue style switches? If you have a Microcenter near you you can test the switches out.

IMO, blue style and brown style are the most "normal." I have Cherry MX browns in mine and I love it. When I tested the blues, I liked them as well, however, I wasn't a fan of the click sound.

Having never had this keyboard, $20 isn't a bad intro, but I wouldn't expect much. It would be a good way to see if you like mechanical keyboards or not.

Here's one that's been recommended by Linus for $30.

Round-up review of cheap mechanical keyboards by Linus.

Edit: Another $30 keyboard on Amazon

You seem to be pretty knowledgeable, so maybe you'll have some input for me. I jumped on this yesterday as my girlfriend really wants to start making videos, but doesn't have a clue what she needs as far as video/audio recording etc. Anyways, I bought this setup to attach to my desk and use as a recording station. I don't know much about boom arms, or windscreens (and the quality thereof). I've just seen them used and Amazon suggested them and they seemed like a good deal so I jumped on them. Was surfing around after making the order, and was seeing some much more expensive boom arms, etc.. Got me to thinking maybe I bought something junky, as I have a huge pet peeve of buying quality if it's worth the extra few dimes.

Anyways, sorry for the wall of text, was just wondering what people think of this setup, given everything i just said about what I'm looking for;

Blue Microphones Yeti USB Microphone - Blackout Edition:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N1YPXW2/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

NEEWER Microphone Suspension Boom Scissor Arm Stand:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DY1F2CS/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Dragonpad pop filter Studio Microphone Mic Wind Screen:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008AOH1O6/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This board is a decent deal mainly because of the keycaps. I'd say if you want a cheaper entry level, go with one of these with blue switches: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DBJTZU2/

Build quality is there, you're just getting the Outemu switches . I personally think they're better than Cherry. IMO, the better deal is to buy that board then look into buying a set of PBT keycaps that appeal to you.

I think the Caps/Num/Scroll lock LEDs look terrible on the Cooler Master board, but it looks like its LED backlight-bro lighting is pretty good if that sort of thing floats your boat.

This mic was probably my favorite purchase. Friends comment that the voice quality is stunning. I would recommend getting the Neewer mount for about 15 dollars if you're on a budget, this mic does pick up a lot of vibrations with the table stand it comes with. Also, purchase a metal 5/8 to 3/8 mic adapter if you do order the Neewer mount, the plastic one that comes with the Neewer mount is a piece of shit whose threads strip like nobody's business.

Edit: provided links

Link to Neewer Scissor Mount $12.50

Link to 5/8 adapter $4.95

Link to Rode PSA1 Mount if you have money to spend $98.79

EDIT 2: u/Mebbwebb stated the Neewer mount might not come with the tightening knob for the Mic. In that case you would have to use a wrench to tighten the mount where the Mic attaches to the arm. The Neewer mount I have has a tightening knob. He has linked an offer that includes a tightening knob plus the mount he linked is cheaper and comes with a free Google Cardboard promotion.

LINK TO THE MOUNT WITH GOOGLE CARDBOARD OFFER

Your computer already has a perfectly good DAC, all you need is an amp like this that is strong enough for speakers.

https://www.amazon.com/SMSL-50Wx2-TDA7492-Amplifier-Adapter/dp/B00F0H8TOC/ref=pd_cp_107_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00F0H8TOC&pd_rd_r=9J1EVP1WJ1JDT55R1HG5&pd_rd_w=adQdf&pd_rd_wg=H6jUP&psc=1&refRID=9J1EVP1WJ1JDT55R1HG5

I paid $260 for the 1440p version of this. I would have definitely went with this one if it was such a good price a week ago. It's probably not worth returning my current monitor to save $80...

Your post is one of the best deals this sub has seen on a cheap 144hz monitors

For smaller monitors their 17-27" model is really good, on sale for 21 right now: https://www.amazon.com/North-Bayou-Monitor-Computer-14-3lbs/dp/B01AI2YGK4/

Obviously doesn't compete with high end mounts. Maxes out at 9" over my desk with a 24" monitor, which I wish was a little higher, but it seems like most issues people have with these are with obtuse instructions. Considering it is made in china, and sold by unknown brand, I was pleasantly surprised by it's sturdiness.

Yeah man, no problem.

I hate myself for getting into things AFTER the sale is over. But think of it this way - the BF bundle had white M50x's. I personally don't like the white M50x's, especially because they get dirty easily. I know there were other deals like giving gift cards and such, but I can't recall exactly.
Nevermind, the best BF deal was the white Blue Yeti + the black M50x's for 159.99.
Now I hate myself a little more. White ones suck anyway.

In any case, today, I ended up getting the blackout edition Blue Yeti for little over 100 from Amazon, and the HD 598 from Amazon for little over 150 (I, again, missed the BF deal for 100).
If you only play games in your room and like to watch movies and listen to music on a headset, go for a USB mic like the Blue Yeti and an open headset. The M50x's are closed, so you should be better off with the HD 598's, or even the HD 558 that is on sale right now on Amazon for 80 bucks.

I have these speakers, they are amazing. Blows any logitech or computer speakers out of the water in every way possible (quality, clarity, etc.) in my opinion.

Here are what you will need to connect these speakers to your PC.
AMP, copper cables, banana plugs, and RCA to 3.5mm cables.

I recommend this amp since I am using it myself: https://www.amazon.com/SMSL-50Wx2-TDA7492-Amplifier-Adapter/dp/B00F0H8TOC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1482259592&sr=8-1&keywords=SMSL+50

Feel free if you have any questions.

Yes, it's the [G502] (https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Proteus-Tunable-Customizable-Surface/dp/B00IRHE892) for a little less than the [G502] (https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Proteus-Tunable-Customizable-Surface/dp/B00IRHE892) you can pick up a [Logitech G600] (https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Gaming-Backlit-Programmable-Buttons/dp/B0086UK7IQ) with more buttons and 3 modes and ability to have 2 layers on each of the three modes.


The [G502] (https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Proteus-Tunable-Customizable-Surface/dp/B00IRHE892) has something the [G600] (https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Gaming-Backlit-Programmable-Buttons/dp/B0086UK7IQ) doesn't though, the [G502] (https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Proteus-Tunable-Customizable-Surface/dp/B00IRHE892) can have the weight changed, and also can go from click to click to "hyper-fast" on scroll wheel.


The [G600] (https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Gaming-Backlit-Programmable-Buttons/dp/B0086UK7IQ) I personally can vouch for being a great mouse, according to others the [G502] (https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Proteus-Tunable-Customizable-Surface/dp/B00IRHE892) is good, however the left-click goes out fairly often apparently.

Currently I'm using this which is overkill for these speakers, but I got it for a good price and I wanted something that could comfortably power beefier speakers down the line.

The old recommendation was to get a Lepai 2020a, but since those no-longer use the Tripath chips, I'd go with something like the SMSL SA36 or SA50.

>https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HS7R1RT/ref=cm\_sw\_r\_cp\_api\_i\_LVkWDbRQMW2N6

On B&H you can use PayPal and Chase Freedom earns 5% Ultimate Rewards which is more valuable than 5% cashback.

For all of those who love Amazon, got Amazon Gift Cards, or whatever...

Amazon price-matched this at $24.99:

https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Backlit-Programmable-Buttons-910-002864/dp/B0086UK7IQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1541724588&sr=8-3&keywords=g600+mmo

> OUTEMU

I think that's what's in the Redragon and they seem fine to me. I find the keyboard very pleasant to type on. My son plays CS:GO a lot and he says that KB is great for it.

Again, I don't use that one daily, it's on my son's PC. My own 2 keyboards that I actually use have Cherry blues and browns.

If you do need a new SSD you'd be better off getting 1TB instead:

Samsung has the 860 EVO M.2 1TB for the same price as two of these.

Same with Microcenter (in-store only) but with the SATA III version.

Amazon for $168.

To be honest, you might as well wait two months for Black Friday. Chances are if they're this low now, especially given how many places have them on sale for this price, it'll be much cheaper on Black Friday.

Here are some links for the product in the above comment for different countries:

Amazon Smile Link: http://smile.amazon.com/Creative-D100-Wireless-Bluetooth-Speaker/dp/B003N9SR00


|Country|Link|
|:-----------|:------------|
|UK|amazon.co.uk|
|Spain|amazon.es|
|France|amazon.fr|
|Canada|amazon.ca|
|Italy|amazon.it|




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I have two of these and they're great. Looks overall very similar to the Rosewill model, except this one supports up to 14.3lbs, whereas the Rosewill only supports up to 13.2lbs. This one has gone on sale for $20 pretty regularly -- I bought both of mine at this price on separate occasions.

Yes, you will need a separate amplifier, as well as speaker wire and banana plugs (banana plugs optional, gives a cleaner look). One like this would work well:

https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-Audio-R-S202BL-Stereo-Receiver/dp/B01EMQI2CU

Budget Options:

https://www.amazon.com/SMSL-TDA7492-Amplifier-Adapter-Silver/dp/B00F0H8TOC?th=1&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/SMSL-SA-36A-TPA3118D2-Amplifier-Black/dp/B017W13OR0

Extreme Budget Option:

https://www.amazon.com/Lepy-LP-2020A-Digital-Amplifier-Stereo/dp/B00C2P61FO

Speaker wire and banana plugs:

https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=102&cp_id=10239&cs_id=1023904&p_id=14915&seq=1&format=2

https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=104&cp_id=10401&cs_id=1040115&p_id=2801&seq=1&format=2

This would be one of the best deals for browns: https://www.amazon.com/Velocifire-Mechanical-Keyboard-Illuminated-Anti-ghosting/dp/B01M0QEYR4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1480806984&sr=8-3&keywords=brown+mechanical+keyboard Full sized tenkey keyboard with browns and generally positive reviews on both Amazon and YouTube

This mouse is fine for it's price, esp if you got it for the $25.

I recently tried several mouses from competitors to see if any matched the Deathadder feel and shape, and I came to like the
https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Proteus-Spectrum-Tunable-Shifting/dp/B019OB663A which i'm using right now.

This was good for MMOs and replaced my deathadders:
https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Gaming-Backlit-Programmable-Buttons/dp/B0086UK7IQ


I bought this also to replace my G600 for a deathadder feel that was raved about online but it was too small for me. It's got amazing reviews online for any gaming though.

https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-Sports-Ergonomic-Optical-Gaming/dp/B00S9SH7C4/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1517711535&sr=1-3&keywords=Benq+mouse

I have been recommending this to friends. I do think people should wait another 4-6 months for cheaper laptops with 1060/1070 in them but if you are okay with a 960m(overwatch high/GTA 5 medium high) this laptop is at a historic low according to camelcamelcamel $700. My wife has had it for about a year and a half and it has run fairly well. Will probably need a bios upgrade if you experience issues. But it is the best thing under $1000. If you can jump to $1300 + go for something with a 1060 in it. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B015PYYDMQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1480297924&sr=8-8&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=gaming%2Blaptop&dpPl=1&dpID=419DWJfUXuL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009ZIILLI/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Is what I use, works great. I've had to go through a few bluetooth adapters and this has been the best one for keyboards/mice/controllers for me. Works fine with the XB1 controller for me.

A lot of the other ones would drop keyboard input or want you to install some software crap. This is just plug n play.

I just got this. I got tired of my G930 always disconnecting, so I'm going the good headphone + good microphone route.

I use it with Discord mainly, and I just up'd the threshold where it picks up sound. No push to talk necessary.

I also scooped this up. https://www.amazon.com/NEEWER-Microphone-Suspension-Scissor-Stand/dp/B00DY1F2CS

It says it's not compatible with the blue yeti, but the attachment has a converter that threads with the blue yeti. It's a little tricky to wiggle it out. So far, it's hanging fine.

Hope this helps someone.

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Links to $299 deals at many major retailers. Make sure to use a cash back service as well like Rakuten Ebates for example to save more!

https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Electronics-Wireless-Controllers-XE800ZBA-HC1US/dp/B07HS7R1RT

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/p/samsung-hmd-odyssey/8n2d0nk20p8m?activetab=pivot%3aoverviewtab

https://www.samsung.com/us/computing/hmd/windows-mixed-reality/hmd-odyssey-windows-mixed-reality-headset-xe800zba-hc1us/

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1437424-REG/samsung_xe800zba_hc1us_hmd_odyssey_windows_mixed.html

https://www.newegg.com/samsung-hmd-odyssey-head-mounted-display/p/N82E16826190064

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung-hmd-odyssey-virtual-reality-headset-for-compatible-windows-pcs/6319820.p?skuId=6319820 (you can price match it to $299)

https://www.microcenter.com/product/514260/samsung-hmd-odyssey-windows-mixed-reality-headset (you can price match it to $299)

https://www.frys.com/product/9723964? (you can price match it to $299)

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EDIT: Student Discount from UNiDAYS finally works on the sale of the Samsung Odyssey+ https://imgur.com/a/gQh4jJg

Brand new is also available on Amazon: $27.99

I use this mouse, and bought it for a good bit more a couple years ago. Great mouse if you are into buttons.

Same price with prime,

I just bought this. With nothing to compare to I love it.

Setup trouble shooting, none of this stuff takes longer than 5 minutes a piece to google(except maybe #2) but I just set it up yesterday:

1. In the setup it says it requires a Bluetooth receiver on your pc but the headset has it integrated.
   
2. Windows update was not actually updating to the most recent version without going to microsoft. This is important because it lets you use the camera pass through feature on WMR to see your surroundings. The update now button on that microsoft link will do it.
   
3. To use WMR on steam you need to install steamVR AND after install windows mixed reality.
   
4. Picture was remarkably less blurry going to steamVR settings and increasing super sampling to 200%, although more taxing on gpu

I bought this one for the price it's at right now. It seems to work fine with the controller posted here. Zero issues with some of the games I've played so far with it and the controller posted here: Dark Souls, Rocket League, Super Meat Boy, Don't Starve, Binding of Isaac, Bastion, Bit Trip Runner.

> But to eacg their own.

That reminds me of the time I tried blank keycaps :)

MagicForce68 was my first Massdrop purchase and I found the smaller format required too much hunting and pecking due to change in key positions and f-layer use. I bought a cheap (~$25) Tomoko87 on Amazon and loved it enough to buy a couple more to try modding different switches (haven't gotten around to it yet) and for my work computer.

This is a pretty good one if you like brown switches:

https://www.amazon.com/Velocifire-Mechanical-Keyboard-Illuminated-Anti-ghosting/dp/B01M0QEYR4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484063117&sr=8-1&keywords=velocifire

This seems like a pretty good deal..had it in my cart and it dropped from $145 to $115.99.

AOC C24G1 24" Curved Frameless Gaming Monitor, FHD 1080p, 1500R VA Panel, 1ms 144Hz, FreeSync, VESA, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GD7H18F/

This one is a really good lightning deal, Happy Birthday!

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https://www.amazon.com/AOC-C24G1-Frameless-DisplayPort-Adjustable/dp/B07GD7H18F/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=AOC+C24G1&qid=1563261944&s=gateway&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&sr=8-1

Have this monitor and love it! I bought this mount as the stock one is kinda crap. I will be buying 2 more of these as 144hz is best hz

Got my wife this one to match her white/blue setup and she's been using it happily for a few months: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015MQH59A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The Redragon brand ones get good reviews: https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B016MAK38U/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510069834&sr=8-3&keywords=redragon+keyboard

If you want something less flashy I'd suggest maybe the Drevo Gramr: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01K4GNLMS/ref=twister_B0725YYJCW?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Please do not downvote me just for being unfavorable toward this otherwise great deal. I have provided objective reasons for why I feel this way. Please hear me out.

I guess it's better than a rubber dome + membrane keyboard, but if you have even $15 more to spend on a keyboard then don't get this (cheap mechs on amazon are better).

Romer-G switches are really no fun. Their primary design goal was to have even lighting. They do that well, but don't type well as a result.

EDIT: Here's an review covering this. A key issue with Romer G tactile switches is that the tactile bump is so weak, that the switches are nearly linear.

You might have good luck with pricing in your area, but under $500 for just three parts would be quite easy. r5 2600 + msi b450 tomahawk + Corsair 16gb 3000mhz comes out to <$300.

If you prefer 3rd gen ryzen: r5 3600 + asus tuf x570 (wifi) + same Corsair ram comes out to <$450.

Your mic stand snapped? I'm pretty sure you got a defective product. The mic only weighs 1.2 pounds without the stand...


I have the $10 NEEWER stand and it's been great for about the year I've had it.

Anyone got any strong opinions on any articulating microphone arm mounts. Is the $100 option really 10x as good as the $10 one?

https://www.amazon.com/Adjustable-Microphone-Suspension-Broadcasting-Voice-Over/dp/B00DY1F2CS/ref=sr_1_3?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1505193077&sr=1-3&keywords=microphone+mount+arm

https://www.amazon.com/RODE-Swivel-Mount-Studio-Microphone/dp/B001D7UYBO/ref=sr_1_4?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1505193077&sr=1-4&keywords=microphone+mount+arm

There's a very good dongle (was very popular for the Raspberry Pi 2) that works flawlessly and is cheap. Never had an issue with Win10:

Plugable USB Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy Micro Adapter (Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Raspberry Pi, Linux Compatible; Classic Bluetooth, and Stereo Headset Compatible) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009ZIILLI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_dv-9ybGM1N3Y9

• V-moda boompro is good if your headphones have a detachable cable. You can also zip tie it to the back of your monitor (using zip tie tiedown points) and have it stick out the side.
  
  
• I currently use a Audio-Technica ATR-2100 on a scissor stand connected via XLR to a Scarlett 2i2. This is overkill for most people, but I find the scissor stand convenient and I already had the Scarlett 2i2.
  
  
• On an extreme budget you can get by with a clip-on mic.
  
  
• The Antlion Mod-mic is a bit more expensive at $55, but is really nice.

I think the standard (none Bluetooth) ones come with a radio adapter bundle if you wish. I don't believe there's a bundle with the controller S and a Bluetooth dongle officially. I can say that this was the dongle I purchased for my PC and it works great with the controller. No issues as of yet. I did make sure I went to the website and downloaded the correct drivers manually for it. I'm on Windows 10 build 1703.

I got this mouse pad not too long ago on sale for like 7.99. Its amazing! Its soft enough to cushion when I pick up and put down (slam in frustration) my mouse and its HUGE it fits my entire G910 Spectrum with room to spare for my mouse. Plus this has stitched edges and the logo came off easily with rubbing alcohol if you're into that. And as of posting this its only 9.99 so its even cheaper than the corsair.

Edit: one thing worth noting is that the texture is just a liiiiitle rougher than I was expecting. It feels good with the mouse but your wrist may not like rubbing against it very much.

Freesync one is $370 which is still pretty good: https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-27-gaming-monitor-s2719dgf/apd/210-arcj/monitors-monitor-accessories

edit: $350 on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Dell-27-Inch-LED-Lit-Monitor-S2719DGF/dp/B00N2L5CXO

• Desk: IKEA Hammarp 98"
  
  
• Legs: [2 Alex Drawers]
  (https://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10192824/?query=ALEX&icid=iba|us|unbxdsuggestion|201811132211556208_1)
  
• Monitor Arms for XF270HUA: 2 North Bayou F80s
  
• Ultrawide: AW3418DW
  
• Ultrawide Monitor Arm: [Ergotech Freedom]
  (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FE2NVV4)
  
  My desk is super long and I dont use all of it, but the whole monitor setup will fit comfortably on a desk around 60", maybe as low as 40". It really depends on how/where you mount the monitor stands.

The best price since being posted on amazon according to camelcamelcamel; https://camelcamelcamel.com/product/B07GD7H18F

4.5 star reviews on amazon

anyone have any experience with this monitor?

Nah that’s “normal”

Amazon has that discount thing a lot but its not the normal sale price. Look at almost any other product and it’ll have it lol it’s not a point of comparison

If it’s a prime day deal it’ll explicitly say


EDIT: Well hmm... CamelCamelCamel shows it as a sale price but I dont think it’s a specific prime day deal 🤷🏻‍♂️

/u/rendabs offered a better option:

> The Inland Premium 1TB is only $10 more and is better than this one, I'd pony up the extra cash for that if you can.
>
>https://www.amazon.com/Inland-Premium-M-2-2280-Internal/dp/B07RCM6DXK/ref=sr_1_2?crid=23QCXNGILK0BQ&keywords=inland+premium+1tb&qid=1564348115&s=gateway&sprefix=inland+%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-2

25 inch 240hz 1080p ≠ 27 inch 144hz 1080p

Pixel density would be superior on the AW.

If you are going 27inch, 1440p should be a minimum.

Dell S2719DGF goes for the same price frequently which would be a better buy over Acer.

Still two completely different monitors. Atleast link another 240hz

Have you used the Outemo blue/brown switches before? Just curious.




Mechanical Keyboard with Brown Switches,Rottay LED Backlit 104-Key Mechanical Gaming Keyboard with Anti-ghosting Ergonomical Perfect for PC&Mac Gamers and typist(black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0747D3YWR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_W42cAbZHDJJY9




Gaming Keyboard Mechanical Brown Switches 104-Key Doubleshot ABS Outemu Velocifire VM01 LED Illuminated Backlit Anti-ghosting Keys Full Size (Wired) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0QEYR4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_K62cAbWPPYAP4



Redragon K556 RGB LED Backlit Wired Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Aluminum Base, 104 Standard Keys https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NAI2TXC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_x72cAbPKDF81N




Found 3 at good price with good reviews. I would personally pick the Redragon if I were buying one.



Editing is crap cause I'm on mobile. Sorry for the mess.

Can anyone speak to the quality difference between this and the S2719DGF? I know the 19 is newer and has FreeSync instead of G-SYNC. I have an Nvidia card for what it’s worth but as I understand it those can also use FreeSync

It’s $320 on Amazon so if the screen quality or something is significantly better I’d rather go for that

Not this specific one, just bought a Viotek 1440p 144hz monitor though, got it 2 days ago. Pretty impressed with price/performance compared to other monitors (no g-sync tho).


https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078P57ZWL/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I don't know much about monitors, really, but I've been meaning to get one for a while now since I have an old generic 1366x766 60hz one from like 10 years ago. Would anyone please tell me what makes this one better than this one. It's A $20 price difference which isn't that much and they both have similar specs.

I have the IPS version of this monitor, and while the stand isn't bad, I ended up grabbing one of these desk mount swivel arms and absolutely love it. Can't beat the price either.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AI2YGK4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Budget

• Velcofire TKL
  
• Qisan Magicforce TKL / Full Size Available
  
  Middle tier
  
  
• Cooler Master MasterKeys Series
  
• Logitech G-Pro TKL
  
  Premium
  
  
• WASD Code Series
  
• Duckies
  
  Owned boards from all of the series above. Highly recommend looking on your local Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, or /r/hardwareswap for used keyboards. Can easily get them for half price from keyboard addicts such as myself who have too many ;)

I also have this desk. This is my setup at full height:

Monitor Arms: North Bayou Arms

Monitors: Dell U2417H 24" monitors

Keyboard: Ducky One Side Print 100% Keyboard

Mouse: Logitech MX Master (Meteorite)

Mouse Pad:PECHAM Extended Pad

Speakers: Logitech Z313

Chair: Amazon Basic Mid-Back Chair

Lamp: Desk Lamp

Drawers: IKEA Alex

Plants: Random succulents from Trader Joe's

Wallpapers: Studio Ghibli Wallpapers (1920x1080)

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Cable Management: involves the cable raceway attached below the desk using Command Strips from Wal-Mart. The cord management sleeves came in 4 pieces and I used that to organize all the wires. I have the speaker remote attached next to the lifting mechanism under the desk which is nice for quick volume control. The sub-woofer is placed on the desktop due my preference of having the fewest number of cables coming down from the desk. The one cord that hangs down is the power strip that runs to the outlet. The power strip is placed within the c-clamp of one of the monitor arms.

JOTO Cord Management System

J Channel Cable Raceway

Command Strips (Assorted)

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Price: I was able to get a lower price in September 2018 at Office Depot using a 20% off coupon that was in general circulation. The final price with taxes and shipping to store was $149.90. But, I would gladly pay the $159.99 listed here.

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Overall, I love the desk. In fact, I bought another one for my wife. The ability to switch between standing and sitting with the lifting mechanism is well worth the low price I paid. The setup requires minimal effort to lift - I personally use two hands for stability. I do think that an addition of a computer tower on the desktop will make it difficult, but not impossible, to lift. There is mention of wobbling in one of the review videos on YouTube, but it is barely noticeable on a day to day use. I will say that my only complaint is the desktop is not solid wood and I have experienced a bit of surface lift after a cup with condensation was left on the desktop overnight. I recommend using a coaster if you plan to having drinks on your desk.

IMO at this pricing $113 with that Read/ write there are better options out there.

Sabrent Rocket 1TB: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07LGF54XR?psc=1

Addlink 1TB: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7LRB2T

Silicon Power 1TB: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L6GF81L?psc=1

Read Write: 3400/3000 and TLC as well. Take a look

Wait these look really cool, and I would love to purchase some. But I have next to no knowledge about replacing keycaps. Does anyone know if i can use these to replace on this keyboard?

https://www.amazon.com/Velocifire-Mechanical-Illuminated-Anti-ghosting-Copywriter/dp/B01M0QEYR4?keywords=velocifire&qid=1540582483&sr=8-2&ref=sr_1_2

I know most people game at 1080p. But honestly, this isn't far off in price from the Viotek 1440p which I think is the better purchase overall: https://www.amazon.com/GN27DB-27-Inch-Monitor-FreeSync-GamePlus/dp/B078P57ZWL/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=viotek&qid=1567801196&s=electronics&sr=1-3

I think it would be good for those games. The only thing it really lacks is a SSD, but the price point is better than the http://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-i7559-763BLK-Full-HD-GeForce/dp/B015PYYDMQ

Good call bro, for real. The 1TB is $82.08 after tax, go get it, good deal.

https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Inch-Internal-MZ-76E1T0B-AM/dp/B078DPCY3T

So, looking here at this: "Used - Very Good
Item may come repackaged. Minor cosmetic imperfection on front of item (less than 1/4"x1/4"). Minor cosmetic imperfection on top or sides of item (less than 1/4"x1/4")."

Would this just be a new pair that had a cosmetic defect? Because if so, I'd grab them in an instant. I've never bought from an Amazon warehouse deal.

EDIT: There's also this: "Used - Very Good
Item will come in original packaging. Packaging will be damaged."

Is that just damaged packaging, or a returned item in damaged original packaging?

One of the drives based off the reference phison E12 design like sabrent rocket or silicon power p34a80

TLC nand (not qlc like 660)

Sabrent 1TB Rocket NVMe PCIe M.2 2280 Internal SSD High Performance Solid State Drive (SB-ROCKET-1TB)
https://www.amazon.com/Sabrent-Rocket-Internal-Performance-SB-ROCKET-1TB/dp/B07LGF54XR

P34a80
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LGF54XR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.pnwDbJCNHQN8
https://www.amazon.com/Silicon-Power-Gen3x4-000MB-SU001TBP34A80M28AB/dp/B07L6GF81L

You can find Chinese extended mousepads for around $10 all day everyday. Different designs or color cost more, but most share the same measurements and specs as these. Example:

Flags for $9

Old timey pirate ship and world map for $17

Tons of randomness for $21

ENCHANCE for $20

Some more randomness for $16

Simple colors but double the thicnkess (6mm) for $20

And more if you keep looking.

you know you need an amp like 28 bucks one or better choice is these at 75

I agree, this is a way better deal.

http://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-i7559-763BLK-Full-HD-GeForce/dp/B015PYYDMQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1450001278&sr=1-1&keywords=dell+inspiron+15+7000

http://www.amazon.com/Redragon-K552-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B016MAK38U

Quick notes

• Doubleshot Backlit keycaps (not painted so won't wear off)
  
• Outemu MX Blue Switches with red LEDS in clear housings
  
• Little rubber booties make the legs stay put
  
  If you want full size the monoprice Enthusiast series comes with Outemu and has white backlights. The Full size MX blue one is 45 on sale right now.
  
  

I own one of these monitors and put it on this ...works great!

Lepy 2020 is basically the cheapest worth bothering with.

I've got an SMSL SA-50 and I really like it. Feels nicely built and such.

It'd be cheaper to just get a Bluetooth adapter on Amazon while you're at it. At least then you can use it for other things as well.

One like this. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009ZIILLI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_J4ZPyb23DGPF1

Velocifire VM-01, Drevo Gramr, Nixeus Moda for browns. If you have a bit more money, though, I would go for a board from cooler master. I have one (with browns) and it's functional as well as RGB backlit without looking too "gamery". Hope this helps!

You can get these factory refurbished on Amazon for $63. I have purchased three of them and they all came in flawless condition. The packaging left a lot to be desired but the cans themselves looked brand new. All three still working flawlessly 2 months later. (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004FEEY9A/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A1VIZTAR4QSCZ0&psc=1)

I'm more of a TOMOKO guy. Love the looks and feel of this keyboard. Got it for $19.99 recently in a sale posted here.

https://www.amazon.com/AOC-C24G1-Frameless-DisplayPort-Adjustable/dp/B07GD7H18F/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=aoc+144hz+va&psr=PDAY&qid=1563222307&s=prime-day&sr=8-1

this is by far the best monitor at that price point. colors and the monitor stand itself blows everything out of the water. this is also the latest revision of the samsung curved panel.

Camelcamelcamel

Seems like 75$ is a very good price for these. Only been lower than $80 on amazon twice very rarely.

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-27-Inch-LED-Lit-Monitor-S2719DGF/dp/B00N2L5CXO/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=dell+s2719dgf&qid=1574997301&s=electronics&sr=1-1

is this dell monitor a smart choice for a nvidia gtx 1060 6gb. planning on playing fairly graphically intense stuff

i don't really understand why anyone needs a mousepad under their keyboard, but wtvr.

I wish the medium size anti-fray mat was a better price. The non-stitched pads last about a year for me at most.

also, i have no idea if this is a good brand, but here's a stitched extended pad for $11: https://smile.amazon.com/PECHAM-Extended-Gaming-Mouse-30-71x11-81-Inch/dp/B014CP231W

just a chinese keyboard 70 list doesnt mean much. uses chinese knockoff switches..

amazon 20-30 are just as good as these gamdias.

https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-Rainbow-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01LZN7MLE/ref=sr_1_24?ie=UTF8&qid=1510630368&sr=8-24&keywords=mechanical+keyboard

https://www.amazon.com/AUKEY-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches-Resistant/dp/B01NCWZ8QR/ref=sr_1_45?ie=UTF8&qid=1510630407&sr=8-45&keywords=mechanical+keyboard

https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B016MAK38U/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510630436&sr=8-3&keywords=mechanical+keyboard

You could get this

Plugable USB Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy Micro Adapter (Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Raspberry Pi, Linux Compatible; Classic Bluetooth, and Stereo Headset Compatible) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009ZIILLI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_TAkhAbZHVDJB9

I use it to use my Bluetooth headphones with my PC, works great

I'm using this one for my snowball and it works great

https://www.amazon.com/NEEWER-Microphone-Suspension-Scissor-Stand/dp/B00DY1F2CS

I gave my roommate the single arm NB version of that for his LG 29" ultrawide and it works great.

If you don't want to spend that much money consider buying these headphones instead. They are (supposedly) almost identical with a few minor differences. HD558's can be also be easily modded to sound even more like 598's.

Camel says they hover around $100 on Amazon and last reached $80 around Black Friday

I'd say it's a good deal.

How is this compared to getting like an older dell 7559 used like the one here

The GL62M I've read runs really hot, especially in the areas where the hands would be.

Type|Amazon|3rd Party New

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Lowest|$29.99 on Jul 01, 2018|$5.36 on Nov 18, 2016
Highest|$78.32 on Jun 23, 2018|$149.90 on Jul 03, 2016

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The silicon power p34a80 nvme drive is comparable/performs better in certain cases than the 970 evo and it’s cheaper than the sx8200 at $130 1TB

Silicon Power 1TB NVMe PCIe Gen3x4 M.2 2280 R/W up to 3,200/3,000MB/s SSD (SU001TBP34A80M28AB) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L6GF81L/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HQI1CbGD332PF

M.2 is a different connector and form factor that requires an m.2 slot , the drive uses the SATA standard to communicate with the computer but doesn't use traditional sata power and data cables and instead plugs directly into the motherboard.

They make adapter boards for m.2 if you don't have it, both sata for sata m.2 and pci express for nvme m.2 drives, but with the traditional 2.5 inch form factor 860 evo being about the same price you would be better off getting that one if you really want an 860 evo since that one will plug into regular sata data and power without the need to buy an adapter. there's not really any reason to buy an m.2 sata drive if your motherboard doesn't support it, unless you plan on upgrading soon to something that will have m.2 slots

Quite a few in this price range, probably can't go wrong with any of them. You'll be ecstatic about any of them compared to what you're using.

AOC C24G1 Curved 24" $144.99


Sceptre 24" Curved $149.99



Sceptre E255B-1658A 24.5" 165Hz $149 with coupon


Acer 27" 144hz (Renewed) $139.99



Sceptre 27" Curved $157.99 with coupon



LG Ultragear 24GL600F-B 24" $134.95



Viotek 109013NH GFV24C 24" $139.99



Pixio PXC243 24" ($159.99 - $25) = $134.99

I bought this Dell about a month ago

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N2L5CXO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Loving it so far, can't wait to really be able to push it with my new build.

https://www.amazon.com/AOC-C24G1-Frameless-DisplayPort-Adjustable/dp/B07GD7H18F/ref=gbps_img_m-6_3b69_df44df33?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=db08f08d-45f1-490b-aa6c-1f4d543b3b69&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-6&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=14611812011&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=AW3PWAEWCCR45WQRGTY7

Compared to this monitor do you think this is a better bang for your buck or is it relatively the same? I’ve personally never heard of AOC and don’t want to stare at a crummy monitor to save $15.

Anyone know how the HDR is on this monitor, not a deal breaker but a buddy needs a new monitor and I showed him this viotek one but this looks like a good deal https://www.amazon.com/GN27DB-27-Inch-Monitor-FreeSync-GamePlus/dp/B078P57ZWL/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=viotek+monitor&qid=1569337181&sprefix=viotek&sr=8-3

for about the same price, I cannot recommend the Sennheiser HD558's enough

they don't need an amp, are very neutral (though some find them "boring"), and are the most comfortable things I've ever placed on my head

$122 on Amazon right now http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-504631-HD-558-Headphones/dp/B004FEEY9A

I've been eyeing http://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-i7559-763BLK-Full-HD-GeForce/dp/B015PYYDMQ with amazing specs for the price. Seems comparable to the XPS 15, who needs i7.

It dropped down to $750 during BF.

FWIW: Amazon currently has the same price as this link now:

https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Electronics-Wireless-Controllers-XE800ZBA-HC1US/dp/B07HS7R1RT/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=odyssey+%2B&qid=1574452514&sr=8-1.

This might be enough to push me over the edge and buying it. 5% cash back with Prime Rewards Visa brings the price down to less than $220.

For $5 more if you want red backlighting you can get the Red dragon keyboard with the same switches. That one is pretty solid too but the Aukey is still not a bad buy at $25 if you don't wanna get into the $50 range for keyboards

EDIT: Forgot link https://www.amazon.com/Redragon-KUMARA-Backlit-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B016MAK38U

Question here... For a ryzen 3700x build, should I buy this SSD?

Or this SSD;
XPG GAMMIX 1TB S11 Pro 3D NAND PCIe NVMe Gen3x4 M.2 2280 SSD (AGAMMIXS11P-1TT-C) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KZNTZYB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xZglDbHSFB4EY

Or this SSD:
Inland Premium 1TB SSD 3D NAND M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 Internal Solid State Drive https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RCM6DXK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Y2glDbA7664TX

Thanks!

This drive goes on sale every so often.

Ever so slightly slower but double capacity. Faster than the popular 660p.

How smelly is this? I bought a PECHAM pad but had to return it because it made my house smell like a tire factory.

Good news, amazon price matched: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004FEEY9A?cache=518c03a86e43f4e77c49f98810695768&pi=SY200_QL40&qid=1412723108&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1

just pick a cheap one with good ratings from amazon imo

ex; https://www.amazon.com/Plugable-Bluetooth-Adapter-Raspberry-Compatible/dp/B009ZIILLI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468003622&sr=8-1&keywords=bluetooth+adapter

If you have prime this might be a better choice. Although Dell doesn't do the full three year warranty if it comes from amazon. You should also see what kind of warranty is available for this acer (it is refurbished so their might not really be any).

Probably the $72 Orb Audio Mini T or the $68 SMSL SA50. I read reviews on the Lepy amps on amazon and they seem not-so-good even though it's a tempting $40. So I'm looking in the ~$70 range. Leaning towards the orb audio since it has a 3.5mm for convenience sake (and a subwoofer connecter, idk if that's useful for miccas).

This or the VIOTEK GN27DB 27-Inch?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078P57ZWL/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=A1BVYXEL822RF0&psc=1
I don't know if I would enjoy curved, never tried it.

this would be pretty overkill for a 1060 3gb you can buy a 2600 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B41WS48/ref=ord_cart_shr?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER here for $126 should hold you off until you get a better gpu but if you want to "future-proof" a little you can buy this instead

You can get it on amazon for 105 so id go that since shipping is probably faster, returns easier and 1 buck cheaper https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RCM6DXK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_5Ns8Cb94V70XW

These coupons are literally not worth it UNLESS you can't be asked to wait for online shipping or you are purchasing way above the coupon minimum.


Lets take a look at their Ryzen Line.


https://www.frys.com/product/9522092?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG 200$ for the 2600. With the promo coupon 160$


However online
https://smile.amazon.com/AMD-Processor-Wraith-Stealth-Cooler/dp/B07B41WS48?_encoding=UTF8&%2AVersion%2A=1&%2Aentries%2A=0&ie=UTF8&pldnNewCustomer=1&ref_=smi_ge_cnf_cnf_smi


The same cpu is 164$.



But here in lies the issue. Now the cpu is 160$ NOT 199. Therefore you have to buy something else in order to get the coupon.


Lets take a different item.


https://www.frys.com/product/9339760?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG the i7-8700k is 370$. With the Promo its 296$. Which is amazing! Only problem its out of stock pretty much everywhere



https://smile.amazon.com/Intel-i7-8700K-Desktop-Processor-Unlocked/dp/B07598VZR8/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1550638139&sr=8-4&keywords=i7+9700k

online its $360. So you are getting a massive discount, provided you are well above the minimum purchase for the most part.


TLDR: Coupon is only really vauable for items with a high coupon margin or if you cant be asked for shipping on low coupon margin

If you're interested the 1TB is only the cost of 2 of these + $7 on amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078DPCY3T/ref=psdc_1292116011_t1_B07D998212?th=1

It says it's machine washable. I have 2 XXXL Pecham mats (~$8 when on sale), they do fine on normal cycle/warm water. That will get the chemical smell out pronto, but it will take all day drying in the sun or indoors with a fan blowing to dry it.

How would this compare to the Silicon Power SSD? I'm trying to replace my laptop's current m.2 ssd. I use it for light gaming and college work ,but I would like the option of transitioning it into laptop for professional workloads without dropping major budget on a Samsung 970 evo.

I think the one off of Amazon is a much better deal if you're willing to pay at 799.99 since it has a 256GB SSD instead of the 1TB HDD.

http://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-i7559-763BLK-Full-HD-GeForce/dp/B015PYYDMQ

The Viotek GN27D, right? It's $229.99 on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/GN27DB-27-Inch-Monitor-FreeSync-GamePlus/dp/B078P57ZWL.

There's some reviews floating around and some from users on Reddit like this one: https://www.reddit.com/r/Monitors/comments/b8f9t6/viotek_gn27d/.

There's also a TN panel, the GFT27D, which is priced at $249.99.

Looks like Amazon just matched Walmart's price for those who prefer to order there: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07B41WS48

Inland is pretty close in performance and this is $25 more for 1TB on amazon

The Inland Premium 1TB is only $10 more and is better than this one, I'd pony up the extra cash for that if you can.

https://www.amazon.com/Inland-Premium-M-2-2280-Internal/dp/B07RCM6DXK/ref=sr_1_2?crid=23QCXNGILK0BQ&keywords=inland+premium+1tb&qid=1564348115&s=gateway&sprefix=inland+%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-2

That's what I'm seeing here! thanks.

Hard to tell as the deals aren't posted with price. Just found this though it's pretty cheap in general.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0QEYR4/ref=gbps_tit_m-7_759e_d900a101?pf_rd_p=70acffa0-6735-44b1-b69d-ab83e4d3759e&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-7&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=13887280011&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=5H03J43G3PFY28D7K2GE

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015MPQQ0A/ref=gbps_tit_m-7_759e_cdd5e14c?pf_rd_p=70acffa0-6735-44b1-b69d-ab83e4d3759e&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-7&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=13887280011&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=5H03J43G3PFY28D7K2GE

If you don't have a lot of desk space just get an arm microphone mount.

Just attaches to the very edge of your desk, you can stop putting the condenser mic away, and it's easily movable.

Going to need a better stand than that one I linked for the real heavy mics however.

For all my UK friends, here it is for £125.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B07B41WS48/ref=olp_twister_child?ie=UTF8&mv_style_name=5&qid=1539633767&sr=1-3

Trying to fill a 2.5 inch storage slot. Is the Samsung SSD 860 EVO 1TB still worth double the price of Seagate FireCuda 2TB Solid State Hybrid Drive Performance SSHD on sale for $60?

I took a chance with a Redragon k552 from amazon for $40 shipped. It's a tenkeyless mech with blue outemu switches and feels pretty solid so far(only had it for a few days so who knows if it'll have switches fail later)

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016MAK38U?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

Not that good of a deal unless you really want a non-overclockable i5 for some reason.

Case: https://www.newegg.com/p/N82E16811356008 $39.99

Ryzen 2600: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B41WS48 $117.68

ASRock B450M-HDV R4.0: https://www.superbiiz.com/detail.php?name=MB-B45MHR4&c=CJ&cjevent=e8c79fa208cc11ea82d2016d0a1c0e0c $64.99

Total: $222.66 and you have better upgrade options.

I have this arm for my yeti NEEWER Adjustable Microphone... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DY1F2CS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share and you can choose any of the cheap pop filters and it would be good

I also have a couple Pecham pads, work great, no physical flaws after years of use and washing. Only gripe I have is the same as /u/aCoolUserNameDur in that it just looks dingy.

The Pecham is $8.35 at the time of writing this comment.

Amzon Link to the Pecham

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014CP231W/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

i have 2 of these. one for me one for the GF. they are great. Also the PECHAM logo is not nearly as big as it looks in the listing picture. ive had mine for a month she has had hers for about a week. no issues yet.

Would this one be better? It's 1440p144 and VA for $250 https://www.amazon.com/GN27DB-27-Inch-Monitor-FreeSync-GamePlus/dp/B078P57ZWL/

Same price on Amazon with infinitely better CS/Shipping

This one is better
https://www.amazon.com/Inland-Premium-M-2-2280-Internal/dp/B07RCM6DXK

Thoughts on this compared to the VIOTEK GN27D 27 Inch 1440p 144hz Curved Computer Gaming Monitor Samsung VA Panel Freesync? The Viotek uses a Samsung VA panel. The main reason I am considering this is GSync, but it sounds like the Dell's picture quality isn't as good. I'd be using a GTX 1080, and I question if G-Sync is worth it especially at it sounds like I'd be getting a worse picture.

anyone know if you can mount this on something like a NEEWER Scizzor Arm Stand?

I just bought this on Amazon Prime Day:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016MAK38U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

How does that compare to the Enthusiast here?

This one is goin for just $9.99 on amazon. I have it and it looks as addvertised and has held off well for a couple of years so far.

https://www.amazon.com/PECHAM-Extended-Non-Slip-Waterproof-XX-Large/dp/B014CP231W/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1500935032&sr=1-1&keywords=pecham+mouse+pad

You can get a 256gb SSD with 1080p IPS and the i5-6300 on amazon for $660 as well.

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Inspiron-i7559-2512BLK-Generation-GeForce/dp/B015PYYDMQ?th=1

It's going for the same price on Amazon as well: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078DPCY3T/ref=twister_B079P94LLX?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I’d argue that the inland premium is the best value.

I bought this for it, Really like it for streaming and recording gameplay stuff.

Do you guys think this is a better deal or the Redragon K552? I am looking to buy a keyboard for my nephew whom just turned 12 and is getting into computer gaming.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016MAK38U/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=AXZ7TDMJNMJSZ&psc=1

EDIT: If you have a different suggestion, then I am open for it as well!

There's also the scissor arms that attach to your desk. They're not very durable, but fine once you get the microphone set up. Just don't expect to be moving the mic all over the place.

These work great for my yeti:

Shock mount: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073Z9NF3Y/

Arm: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DY1F2CS/ (will not fit the yeti without the shock mount)

Crappy pic of it all

Currently I am looking at this Bluetooth dongle: https://www.amazon.com/Plugable-Bluetooth-Adapter-Raspberry-Compatible/dp/B009ZIILLI/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1498333653&sr=8-7&keywords=bluetooth

It specifically said W10 anniversary edition update and above so I got worried.

I remember seeing a sale for Xbox One controller many months ago and some people recommended dongles there. Trying to find that post right now.

Edit: In case someone in the future have same question as I did and came here searching for answer, you can't use bluetooth connection if you are using anything other than W10. This is where I got my info from: https://support.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-on-windows/accessories/connect-and-troubleshoot-xbox-one-bluetooth-issues-windows-10

If you want to use wireless functionality, you have to buy microsoft wireless dongle ($23 on amazon as of today). I actually found bluetooth usb in my room and W8.1 was already giving a problem so I just freshly installed W10.

Buy an additional mic stand like this or just a tripod

Blue Switch TKL for like a dollar more if you need them clicky switches.

Decent drive but a QVO not EVO which is much faster and be had at Amazon for $139 now if want a faster drive.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078DPCY3T/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Samsung odyssey plus in like new condition for around $230:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B07HS7R1RT?condition=used

The ex920 or any of the E12 drives like Silicone Power or Sabrent etc. I just ordered this guy yesterday; https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L6GF81L

Any reason to go with this over NVME? Seems like this is only for those that can't use NVME with the price being so close.

https://www.amazon.com/Silicon-Power-Gen3x4-000MB-SU001TBP34A80M28AB/dp/B07L6GF81L/

Bought this the other day from a post on here.

What's the difference between this one and the inland pro people recommend?