CM Storm Cooler Master Quickfire Pro Brown Switch Mechanical Keyboard - $59.99 AR + FS

Decent deal. I am going to wait on a deal for a Costar made board rather than one made by Ione (quality control issues)...

rats! Now I feel like a tard getting the Trigger for $100 (thought I did get a free mouse pad and $10 MIR so iono)

I got the Reds for $85 and its well worth the price.

I don't understand all the fuss about the the connector though. It's in a awkward place, that's true but how often do people actual open that cable? I'm sure everyone moves the cable + KB when it needs moving. So just plug it in once and you'll forget its a detachable keyboard.

One thing to keep in mind is that this KB is made by iOne (same OEM as Razer KBs), they have a horrible reputation when it comes to durability. QF Rapids have a different and much better OEM. I haven't owned the KB long enough to entirely judge is build quality, it still feels as good as it did on day one but its about 1.5 months old only.

Would buy if the price was not after rebate.

Quote from tp4tissue : doesn't work in Bios.

What? Is this later on in the keyboard's life or evident from the start? Mine works fine.

Quote from tp4tissue : This thing is another iOne,, don't fall for the paint people... iOne = iffy quality. If you must have a full size, hit up the Old Das keyboards, or the tt meka G1, both are Costar.

Typing this reply on my Das Keyboard Pro S. Absolutely love it. Takes me back to my IBM Model M days and the quality is similar. I got mine for $89 on Amazon but unfortunately they're now $129 there. However, I would like a tenkeyless board and would be tempted to get one made by Costar.

Got one for $49 three weeks ago. Quality wise comparable to my Rosewill but with better cord management. Key-lights are good for gaming only. It's amazing how small the bumps are on the browns and how much better I type on them than on reds.

awesome keyboard! Got mine for 80$ about 4 month ago

I've heard that CM Storm is the best in the world.

Quote from u5carter : This is a great deal on a Cherry-MX Brown equipped keyboard. If you read through the actual reviews, all the "DOA" reviews are most likely caused by the users not plugging it in correctly, not actual bad boards. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Pro...6823129003 Features: Mechanical CHERRY MX switches USB 2.0 full speed NKRO in USB mode Multimedia shortcuts 1000Hz/1ms response time Windows key disabled in game mode Partial Red LED backlight Removable braided USB cable with cable routing

Gah thought this was the 10 keyless brown one that is the same as a Filco. Damn. Oh well.

Quote from tp4tissue : It doesn't work in "some" UEFI bios. If you have the regular stuff, it'll work fine.

Nah I have UEFI as well, flashed with the latest BIOS from MSI. Previously I had issues with my SS Xai but that works fine now as well.

And yea I know about iOne's rep, I just hope my Pro lasts me at least 1.5 years. I only came to know about iOne after I bought the keyboard

Quote from jonathoncasey : I've heard that CM Storm is the best in the world.

it deserves RESPECT!

Quote from Chocobo : it deserves RESPECT!

Why exactly? I don't get why mechanical keyboards even costs $60+ in the first place. On the other hand, gaming mice are definitely worth it.