{"id":18340,"date":"2022-06-28T18:25:12","date_gmt":"2022-06-28T16:25:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/g100.us\/?p=18340"},"modified":"2022-12-28T13:33:31","modified_gmt":"2022-12-28T12:33:31","slug":"most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are The Quietest \/ Most Silent Mechanical Keyboard Switches?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_39 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">TABLE OF CONTENTS<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66844a73ed4fc\" class=\"cssicon\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #7f11e0;color:#7f11e0\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #7f11e0;color:#7f11e0\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66844a73ed4fc\" class=\"cssiconcheckbox\">1<\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66844a73ed4fc\" checked><nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 \"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#Quietest_Mechanical_Keyboard_Switches\" title=\"Quietest Mechanical Keyboard Switches\">Quietest Mechanical Keyboard Switches<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#Gazzew_Boba_U4\" title=\"Gazzew Boba U4\">Gazzew Boba U4<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#ZealPC_Zilent_V2\" title=\"ZealPC Zilent V2\">ZealPC Zilent V2<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#Type-S_Topre\" title=\"Type-S Topre\">Type-S Topre<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#Gateron_Silent\" title=\"Gateron Silent\">Gateron Silent<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#Cherry_MX_Silent_Red\" title=\"Cherry MX Silent Red\">Cherry MX Silent Red<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#Kailh_BOX_Silent_Pink\" title=\"Kailh BOX Silent Pink\">Kailh BOX Silent Pink<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#Durock_Daybreak\" title=\"Durock Daybreak\">Durock Daybreak<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#FAQ\" title=\"FAQ\">FAQ<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#What_Are_the_Different_Types_of_Keyboard_Switches\" title=\"What Are the Different Types of Keyboard Switches?\">What Are the Different Types of Keyboard Switches?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#Are_Quiet_Mechanical_Keyboard_Switches_Worth_It\" title=\"Are Quiet Mechanical Keyboard Switches Worth It?\">Are Quiet Mechanical Keyboard Switches Worth It?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#What_Are_the_Most_Silent_Mechanical_Switches_On_the_Market\" title=\"What Are the Most Silent Mechanical Switches On the Market?\">What Are the Most Silent Mechanical Switches On the Market?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#How_to_Make_Your_Mechanical_Keyboard_Quieter\" title=\"How to Make Your Mechanical Keyboard Quieter?\">How to Make Your Mechanical Keyboard Quieter?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-silent-mechanical-keyboard-switches\/#Over_to_You\" title=\"Over to You\">Over to You<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Silent keyboards are all the rage these days and, well, it\u2019s easy to understand why!<\/p>\n<p>At this point in time, clicky Cherry MX Blues \u2013 which were once so ubiquitous \u2013 feel like an outdated relic of the past!<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re still a niche pick, in all fairness, but are frowned upon by the vast majority of keyboard enthusiasts for a very good reason.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18356\" style=\"width: 2048px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18356\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18356\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/Components-of-Silent-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches.jpg\" alt=\"Components of Silent Mechanical Keyboard Switches\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/Components-of-Silent-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/Components-of-Silent-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/Components-of-Silent-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches-1024x540.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/Components-of-Silent-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches-768x405.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/Components-of-Silent-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches-1536x810.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18356\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18356 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202048%201080%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Components of Silent Mechanical Keyboard Switches\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%202048%201080%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/Components-of-Silent-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/Components-of-Silent-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/Components-of-Silent-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches-1024x540.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/Components-of-Silent-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches-768x405.jpg 768w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/Components-of-Silent-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches-1536x810.jpg 1536w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/Components-of-Silent-Mechanical-Keyboard-Switches.jpg\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-18356\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gateron.co\/products\/gateron-silent-switch-set?_pos=1&amp;_sid=b9a2d1fc4&amp;_ss=r&amp;variant=40036318838873\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gateron<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Nowadays, people want the most silent <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/guide-to-mechanical-keyboards\/\">mechanical keyboard<\/a> switches out there and, fortunately, they have no shortage of options!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quietest_Mechanical_Keyboard_Switches\"><\/span>Quietest Mechanical Keyboard Switches<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>The world of <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/are-mechanical-keyboards-worth-it\/\">mechanical keyboards<\/a> is one of staggering beauty and depth.<\/strong> Whether you\u2019re just looking to buy a brand-new keyboard or upgrade your existing one, the possibilities are seemingly endless!<\/p>\n<p>Down below you\u2019ll find seven options we feel are more than worthy of your time and attention.<\/p>\n<p>So, without any further ado, let\u2019s begin:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gazzew_Boba_U4\"><\/span>Gazzew Boba U4<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_18341\" style=\"width: 423px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18341\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18341\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-1.png\" alt=\"Gazzew Boba U4\" width=\"423\" height=\"406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-1.png 423w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-1-300x288.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 423px) 100vw, 423px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18341\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18341 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20423%20406%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Gazzew Boba U4\" width=\"423\" height=\"406\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20423%20406%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 423w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 423px) 100vw, 423px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-1.png 423w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-1-300x288.png 300w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-1.png\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-18341\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: Gazzew Boba U4 from <a class=\"thirstylink\" title=\"Gazzew Boba U4 (Silent Tactile) Customized Mechanical Keyboard Switch 62g \/ 68g 5pin (Axis Body : Gazzew Boba U4 68g, Color : 30PCS)\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/recommends\/gazzew-boba-u4-silent-tactile-customized-mechanical-keyboard-switch-62g-68g-5pin-axis-body-gazzew-boba-u4-68g-color-30pcs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noindex noopener noreferrer\">Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p><noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zFwwSDLTelY\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zFwwSDLTelY\" class=\" lazyload\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/splitkb.com\/products\/gazzew-boba-u4-silent-tactile-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gazzew Boba U4<\/a> needs no introduction. It is, without a shadow of a doubt, amongst the most silent switches money can buy.<\/p>\n<p>Interestingly enough, it comes in two options weight-wise: <strong>62g and 68g. <\/strong>Something for everyone, as they say!<\/p>\n<p>As for its structure, Gazzew\u2019s marketing copy explains it best: <strong><em>no pre- and post-bump travel; it\u2019s all bump.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If that\u2019s something you\u2019re interested in, you\u2019ll be happy to know that the Boba U4 isn\u2019t going to burn a hole through your wallet (unlike some <em>other <\/em>options on the market).<\/p>\n<p>We wouldn\u2019t necessarily call it <em>cheap<\/em>, but compared to what\u2019s out there its price <em>can<\/em>, in fact, be deemed palatable.<\/p>\n<p>There are two tops available at the time of this writing: Boba and Clear.<\/p>\n<p>The former is the \u201cdefault\u201d option, whereas the latter should pretty much only be used for builds with <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/no-rgb-header-on-motherboard\/\">per-key RGB<\/a>. That\u2019s the only difference between them: <em>aesthetics<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>Gazzew Boba U4 has factory-lubed spring bottoms and is compatible with a wide range of sockets, including Gateron MX, Outemu, Kailh, and 7305 Mill Max.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ZealPC_Zilent_V2\"><\/span>ZealPC Zilent V2<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uGVw85solnE\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uGVw85solnE\" class=\" lazyload\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Switches from ZealPC offer incredible value for the money \u2013 they're the best \u201cbang for the buck\u201d option.<\/p>\n<p>The Zilent V2, in particular, has a minimal wobble, a very solid tactile response, and is incredibly silent, too!<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re not particularly cheap, though, but if you\u2019ve embarked on this peculiar journey then you probably have some excess funds lying around and are looking for a new hobby <em>(i.e. rabbit hole)<\/em> in which you can fully immerse yourself in.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18342\" style=\"width: 975px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18342\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18342\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-2.png\" alt=\"ZealPC Zilent V2\" width=\"975\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-2.png 975w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-2-300x123.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-2-768x314.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 975px) 100vw, 975px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18342\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18342 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20975%20399%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"ZealPC Zilent V2\" width=\"975\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20975%20399%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 975w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 975px) 100vw, 975px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-2.png 975w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-2-300x123.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-2-768x314.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-2.png\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-18342\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/zealpc.net\/products\/zilent?variant=5894817710118\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ZealPC<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>As you can see, there are several options available, ranging from 62g all the way up to 78g. Having such a diverse range is absolutely amazing as it allows buyers to find just the right kind of switch for their needs and personal preferences.<\/p>\n<p>And, perhaps most importantly, they\u2019ll all be incredibly silent no matter their actuation force!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Type-S_Topre\"><\/span>Type-S Topre<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_18343\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18343\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18343\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-3.png\" alt=\"Type-S Topre\" width=\"800\" height=\"568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-3.png 800w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-3-300x213.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-3-768x545.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18343\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18343 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20800%20568%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Type-S Topre\" width=\"800\" height=\"568\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20800%20568%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-3.png 800w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-3-300x213.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-3-768x545.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-3.png\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-18343\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/deskthority.net\/wiki\/Topre_switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Deskthority<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p><noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CmvB7FOgyxk\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CmvB7FOgyxk\" class=\" lazyload\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for the most <em>unique <\/em>typing experience, then Topre switches should definitely be at the top of your priority list!<\/p>\n<p>A word of caution, though: <strong>proper Topre-based builds are definitely on the pricier side. <\/strong>They\u2019re not <em>the <\/em>most expensive option out there, but they certainly don\u2019t come cheap.<\/p>\n<p>Why are they so special, though? Well, it\u2019s actually quite simple: <strong>they\u2019re electrostatic, capacitive switches that marry the best of rubber dome keyboards and those that are fully mechanical.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re very silent but are by no means mushy when bottomed out.<\/p>\n<p>In fact, they offer a surprising amount of tactility; they\u2019re unique in every sense of the word and that, in short, simply <em>has <\/em>to come with a high price tag.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gateron_Silent\"><\/span>Gateron Silent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_18344\" style=\"width: 798px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18344\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18344\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-4.png\" alt=\"Gateron Silent\" width=\"798\" height=\"470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-4.png 798w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-4-300x177.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-4-768x452.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 798px) 100vw, 798px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18344\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18344 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20798%20470%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Gateron Silent\" width=\"798\" height=\"470\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20798%20470%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 798w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 798px) 100vw, 798px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-4.png 798w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-4-300x177.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-4-768x452.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-4.png\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-18344\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/keys.my\/gateron-silent-red-linear-switch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Keys<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p><noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0pPVx0iekW4\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0pPVx0iekW4\" class=\" lazyload\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>If you want a mainstream option that\u2019ll deliver in every way, shape, and form, then Silent Red and Silent Black switches from Gateron should definitely be on your radar!<\/p>\n<p>Well, at least if you have a sizable budget and are willing to spend a pretty penny \u2013 these switches <em>do not <\/em>come cheap! They are, however, \u201cworth the asking price.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Top-of-the-line Gateron switches are <em>always <\/em>in high demand and that, too, holds true for Silent Reds and Blacks!<\/p>\n<p>The fact that they\u2019re so often out of stock should tell you all you need to know when it comes to the sheer<em> quality <\/em>which they bring to the table \u2013 to say nothing of their silent profile!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cherry_MX_Silent_Red\"><\/span>Cherry MX Silent Red<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_18345\" style=\"width: 611px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18345\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18345\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-5.png\" alt=\"Cherry MX Silent Red\" width=\"611\" height=\"470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-5.png 611w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-5-300x231.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 611px) 100vw, 611px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18345\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18345 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20611%20470%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Cherry MX Silent Red\" width=\"611\" height=\"470\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20611%20470%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 611w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 611px) 100vw, 611px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-5.png 611w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-5-300x231.png 300w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-5.png\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-18345\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reichelt.com\/it\/en\/cherry-mx-red-button-module-snap-mount-cherry-mx1a-l1nn-p202567.html?&amp;nbc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reichelt<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p><noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Buq6CbIMYKQ\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Buq6CbIMYKQ\" class=\" lazyload\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Compared to some other switches on this list, Cherry MX Silent Reds almost seem\u2026 <em>pedestrian<\/em>. They are, however, an option that is \u201ctried and true.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>This particular switch has stood the test of time and is still fairly popular for a <em>very <\/em>good reason.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Cherry MX switches are renowned for their build quality and staggering lifespan, which explains why they\u2019re the \u201cgo-to\u201d choice of keyboard builders across the globe!<\/p>\n<p>They might not be exotic, but they sure are reliable and that, to some, never goes out of fashion.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kailh_BOX_Silent_Pink\"><\/span>Kailh BOX Silent Pink<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_18346\" style=\"width: 495px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18346\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18346\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-6.png\" alt=\"Kailh BOX Silent Pink\" width=\"495\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-6.png 495w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-6-300x221.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 495px) 100vw, 495px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18346\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18346 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20495%20364%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Kailh BOX Silent Pink\" width=\"495\" height=\"364\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20495%20364%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 495w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 495px) 100vw, 495px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-6.png 495w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-6-300x221.png 300w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-6.png\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-18346\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/candykeys.com\/product\/kailh-box-silent-pink-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">candykeys<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p><noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zq3q3Zn7A7o\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zq3q3Zn7A7o\" class=\" lazyload\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>BOX Silent switches from Kailh might not be <em>the <\/em>best option out there, but they sure do offer the most value \u2013 <em>and it\u2019s not even close.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>A 10-pack will set you back a mere $6. That\u2019s simply <em>astounding<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019re actually phenomenal switches as well but their \u201cvalue proposition\u201d is so incredible that it sort of overshadows everything else.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t, however, let that fool you: <strong>they\u2019re on this list because of merit, <em>not <\/em>their affordable price tag.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Kailh BOX Silent Pinks stand out in all the right ways \u2013 relative to their asking price \u2013 and if you\u2019re looking to build a silent custom keyboard without breaking the bank, these should definitely be on the top of your list!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Durock_Daybreak\"><\/span>Durock Daybreak<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_18347\" style=\"width: 458px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18347\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18347\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-7.png\" alt=\"Durock Daybreak\" width=\"458\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-7.png 458w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-7-300x288.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 458px) 100vw, 458px\"><\/noscript><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18347\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border wp-image-18347 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20458%20439%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Durock Daybreak\" width=\"458\" height=\"439\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20458%20439%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 458w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 458px) 100vw, 458px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-7.png 458w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-7-300x288.png 300w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2022\/06\/word-image-18340-7.png\"><p id=\"caption-attachment-18347\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: Durock Daybreak from <a class=\"thirstylink\" title=\"ZugGear Silent Linear Switches 67g Daybreak Gold Plated Spring Classic Blue Patent Silent Stem 5 Pins Linear Keyswitch (20pcs, DUROCK Daybreak)\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/recommends\/zuggear-silent-linear-switches-67g-daybreak-gold-plated-spring-classic-blue-patent-silent-stem-5-pins-linear-keyswitch-20pcs-durock-daybreak\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noindex noopener noreferrer\">Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p><noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wQuEyrw7kA8\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wQuEyrw7kA8\" class=\" lazyload\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Last but certainly not least, we have the <em>astonishing <\/em>Durock Daybreak. An expensive option, granted, but also one that\u2019s so silent it\u2019ll leave you in a state of awe.<\/p>\n<p>The only question now is: how much are you willing to spend on such a luxury?<\/p>\n<p>A 10-pack of Durock Daybreaks will set you back anywhere between $10 and a whopping $20.<\/p>\n<p><strong>That\u2019s\u2026 quite an investment, even for a 60% \u201cbuild.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Be that as it may, there\u2019s a target demographic for <em>every <\/em>kind of project, no matter how <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/most-expensive-pc-cases\/\">luxurious<\/a> or seemingly excessive it might be.<\/p>\n<p>And so, with that in mind, if you\u2019re looking for a near-silent typing experience then look no further than the Durock Daybreaks \u2013<em> assuming you have the funds.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Choosing the right kind of switch is <em>hugely <\/em>important, but that\u2019s not the <em>only <\/em>element of the equation that warrants your attention; <strong>there are many <em>other <\/em>factors one must keep in mind: <\/strong>What kind of material is the case made of?<\/p>\n<p>What kind of internal dampening solution (if any) will you employ?<\/p>\n<p>What about your keycaps and stabilizers? Will you be doing any mods? What about lube? And what about Keyboard Case resonance and transfer of vibrations to the desk?<\/p>\n<p>All of these things (and many others) affect the sound signature of a keyboard and are, therefore, all important in one way or another. And, needless to say, they can all be further dissected, analyzed, and talked about for <em>days <\/em>on end.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why this hobby is so darn alluring: <strong>it is a rabbit hole unlike any other! <\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Different_Types_of_Keyboard_Switches\"><\/span>What Are the Different Types of Keyboard Switches?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are three main types of switches: <strong>linear, tactile, and clicky<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>They all offer an entirely different typing experience and they have different sound profiles, too.<\/p>\n<p>For a more detailed breakdown make sure to watch the following video:<\/p>\n<p><noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CbPCqVsX-wQ\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/noscript><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" width=\"860\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CbPCqVsX-wQ\" class=\" lazyload\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Quiet_Mechanical_Keyboard_Switches_Worth_It\"><\/span>Are Quiet Mechanical Keyboard Switches Worth It?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>That depends on your personal needs and preferences.<\/p>\n<p>Generally speaking, they <em>are <\/em>worth it, but it really varies from one person to the next.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Most_Silent_Mechanical_Switches_On_the_Market\"><\/span>What Are the Most Silent Mechanical Switches On the Market?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Here\u2019s a quick rundown:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Gazzew Boba U4<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>ZealPC Zilent V2<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Type-S Topre<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Gateron Silent<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Cherry MX Silent Red<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Kailh BOX Silent Pink<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Durock Daybreak<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Make_Your_Mechanical_Keyboard_Quieter\"><\/span>How to Make Your Mechanical Keyboard Quieter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are several ways you can make your keyboard quieter.<\/p>\n<p>Buying a silent mechanical switch is the obviously a hugely important part of the equation, but if that\u2019s not possible for whatever reason (maybe you don\u2019t have a hot-swappable keyboard), you can always lube your existing switches, employ certain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=g7-syoxeIBQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">mods<\/a>, put in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=AsG-HuWuSD0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">o-rings<\/a>, and so on and so forth.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Over_to_You\"><\/span>Over to You<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Building a silent mechanical keyboard can, at times, be a tremendous challenge. There\u2019s a lot of trial and error involved and, well, you\u2019ll have to roll up your sleeves and experiment until you finally end up with the kind of sound signature you\u2019re truly content with!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Once <em>that <\/em>happens, it\u2019ll all be worth it.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>What kind of keyboard are you currently sporting? Are you happy with the way it sounds? Let us know in the <a href=\"#comments\">comment<\/a> section down below and, in case you need any help, head over to <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/forum\/\">our forum<\/a>!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Silent keyboards are all the rage these days and, well, it\u2019s easy to understand why! At this point in time, clicky Cherry MX Blues \u2013 which were once so ubiquitous \u2013 feel like an outdated relic of the past! They\u2019re still a niche pick, in all fairness, but are frowned upon by the vast majority...<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2343,"featured_media":18348,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[209],"tags":[297],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18340"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2343"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=18340"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18340\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":21269,"href":"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/18340\/revisions\/21269"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/18348"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=18340"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=18340"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=18340"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}