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n0ahhhhh t1_ispyboz wrote

Reply to comment by BKachur in Novelkeys Dream Cream Switch Review by ThereminGoat

Oh man, thank you for mentioning the sound! I love quieter thocc's personally. I have lubed and filmed my pandas with Krytox 205G0. They're acceptable in terms of volume, but I really like the quieter, more subtle tactile sound.

I used to have these DSA PBT keycaps that made the most amazing sound ever - but I couldn't stand the profile, and it was very frustrating trying to type on it. I haven't been able to find a nice PBT keycap set (that I like), so I've been using the DCX Cyber set from Drop. Much nicer feel, but the sound is still a bit too loud for what I want.

Based on your write up, it sounds like BobaU4's are the answer?

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BKachur t1_isqlix2 wrote

That's funny you mention that, the keyboard I mentioned in my post with the pandas was a GMMK Pro with Mito Lazer, so very similar to what you are using, so very familiar with what you are working with.

If you are going to for a silent switch, the U4s is definitely your best bet, and would definitely check the boxes in terms of quiet switches. The only thing I'll note is that they are truly a silent switch, even quieter than my buddy's Filco with silent reds. This means there is minimal thock, if any, to really speak of. Now, this is perfect for a work keyboard, but I wonder if it maybe goes too far, so you aren't even getting the "subtle tactile sound" you are looking for. Typing on them atm, its basically nonexistent because it's so good as a silent switch. I think you may be happy with the lubed Drop X, they are quieter than the lubed pandas but still retain that nice tactile sound. But, they aren't exactly cheap.

I'm personally not a fan of sound tests online since there are always way too many variables to consider, but that may be helpful if you are on a tight budget. You may want to consider ordering at least some U4s to see if they fit the bill before you invest in a full set, but if you are ever going to be in the market for a work keyboard, they basically cannot be beaten, so I don't think you'd regret your purchase regardless.

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n0ahhhhh t1_isrms1k wrote

Eyyy, I have my pandas & Mito Cyber on a GMMK Pro too! A "work keyboard" is a great way of describing what I'd like. I do enjoy satisfying thocks and all that.. but that really quiet, almost bass-y, slightly muted thock sound... *chef's kiss*. I'll have to research the Drop X and the Boba's some more for sure.

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