So I want to try out using an ANSI layout. I’ve been using ISO all my life but there just are so few keycaps supporting ISO… I was thinking of getting a Ducky One 3 Yellow SF and putting Kalih Box Navy Switches in it and combining that with a Akko Black & Bronze ASA keycap set. I initially wanted to get the Akko Starry Night keycaps but they are no longer available locally to me. What do you think about that? Is the ducky a good choice? I like how compact it is and yet it has arrow keys.

  • @AusatKeyboardPremi
    1•2 years ago

    All the ducky one 3’s are hot-swappable right?

    Yep.

    Hot-Swap was very important to me

    It indeed is, especially when new to the hobby. The best way to try out different switches without worrying about time and/or money.

    I always like to double check that I’m not buying a brand that is generally regarded as poor quality or something.

    That’s a good practice. Back when I was looking for a prebuilt, I read that Ducky keyboards are built sturdy. The keyboard that I purchased (Ducky Tuxedo) exceeded my expectations. This was around 3 or maybe 4 years back, and the switches were soldered.

    For comparison with my only other prebuilt - the Keychron K2 - the Tuxedo has less flex and creaking. Though K2 still held its own by being wireless and hotswap. Though the newer keyboards from Ducky are hot-swappable.

    You may look for the keyboard that meets your requirements. The prebuilts scene has come a long way! :-)

    When in doubt, feel free to drop a message here (not yet sure whether DMs are supported).