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Current state of the art for silent tactile switches (infosec.pub)

submitted 1 year ago by Niksko@infosec.pub to c/mechanicalkeyboards@lemmy.ml

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I'm using Boba U4s at home and enjoying them, but I'm looking to build something new for work and I'm assessing my options.

Durock shrimps are on my radar. I've enjoyed Zealios in the past, but it seems like the consensus is that Zilents actually aren't that Zilent because of up-stroke noise.

Is there anything else I should consider? Also not opposed to some switch mods or franken switches.

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[–] fivetide@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

I am pretty much in love with my durock dolphin 62gs.

[–] humanplayer2@lemmy.ml 1 points 1 year ago

Must they be silent silent? I've only ordered a single switch, but the silent upstroke U4Tx is a fun halfling.

[–] infinitevalence@discuss.online 1 points 1 year ago

I made my own. Got Kahil box silent browns and Kahil box royals. Used the spring and bottom housing from the royals and used the hammer stem and top housing from the silent browns.

Now I have a nice big bump with a strong spring and a quiet silicone bottom out.

[–] stardust@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

If you liked the U4, definitely should try out the shrimps. Feels very close to the u4 68g in terms of firmness but smoother on the up/down stroke. The bump is slightly more distinct. Just wish they would offer it with lighter springs.

On the cheaper and lighter bump end, I'd recommend either Wuque/Haimu silent tactiles. Very smooth and silent but you're giving about 50% of the bump, but great for office environments and fast typing.