$0.15 LCET Hepburn Switches | Review, Comparison, Sound Test

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[@danbeforetime]

I'm so glad I came across your channel. I'm just beginning my journey into custom keebs and I appreciate your simplicity and aesthetic.

[@thoccnology]

Thank you so much for your comment! I hope you can find some nice additions and inspiration to your collection! :)

[@dashanyuan2403]

Nice review! I hope to see more and more high quality budget switches in the future

[@thoccnology]

Thank you! Also big thanks for offering such a wide selection of switches in your shop!

[@Shivartin]

Wow, another great review. Lately, all the switches you reviewed are interesting and I would like to try some of them.

[@thoccnology]

Hihi, thank you so much! From time to time a burst of new releases contain many great choices. I'm excited about these times. ^^

[@Shivartin]

@@thoccnology Me too!

[@802Garage]

Wow sounds good for so cheap! A pretty classic sound I think. Ever so slight scratch, but a pleasant clacky sound otherwise. Surprisingly stable in the board. Makes me wonder if a lot of 5 pin switches have looser pin tolerances to account for the manufacturing differences in 5 pin locations, while a 3 pin can use slightly fatter pins. Seems like north facing interferences is also mostly a thing of that past.

[@thoccnology]

Yes, I think passionate manufacturers pay attention to house moldings and North-facing interference. I also think it must have to do something with the tolerances! I hope I can learn someday the reason behind this. :)

[@obudu_]

Subscribed. I think this channel is the only one who includes keyboard latency test in reviews! Thank you. I have one question, you think it's better to buy prebuilt Leobog Hi75 from them or buy barebone kit? I just want a thocky keyboard. If I have to build with barebone kit which switch do you recommend?

[@obudu_]

Or is there other 75% aluminum keyboard that you recommend? Thank you.

[@thoccnology]

@@obudu_ Leobog Hi75 is definitely one of the best choices! The pre-built versions are very good too (both MDA and SOA keycaps), but if you don't find them appealing, you are safe to go with the DIY kit too. I really like the Leobog Hi8 too (but it's out of stock everywhere). The Chilkey ND75 might be a good deal too.

[@thoccnology]

@@obudu_ Oh, and thank you very much for your kind words and for subscribing! ^-^

[@obudu_]

@@thoccnology Thank you for your recommendations, just bought a Leobog Hi75, SOA Keycaps :D

[@thoccnology]

@@obudu_ Ooh, that's my favorite combination (MOA or SOA is equally great to me)! I hope it arrives soon to you, and you can start enjoying it! ^^

[@LastSecBloomer]

It seems LCET improved the lubing on their switches...they have some interesting and cheap switches but their factory lubing was poor until recently. Also, I love how BSUN Roselle sounds...

[@thoccnology]

Oh, thank you for the insight - I haven't tried LCET switches before (or if I did, at least I didn't know they were manufactured by them) I think proper factory-lubing is a must nowadays, unless a brand can't keep up with the competitors. BSUN Roselles will always be my top switch choices

[@silentKeys20]

Are these the same as the LCET Sakura switches? They look (very) similar! I'm looking for budget pink switches for a pink themed keyboard. Another option are the KTT Roses. Wondering if you think this is a good option? Edit: nvm apparently you already mentioned they're also called Sakura's, my bad!

[@thoccnology]

No problem at all! ^^ Switches sometimes run under different names, so it can be wacky to identify them in different shops! This is a really solid choice - if the KTT Roses come pre-lubed, they can also be just as good in general. You can choose whichever is cheaper - or if one of them feels closer to your heart. :)

[@iavyy]

whats your fav deep long pole switch

[@thoccnology]

It has to be one (actually any) of the BSUNs I've reviewed! ^^

[@AquaPeet]

The rebound sound is kinda too loud and high pitched for my liking! Really like the Bubble Gum though! :D

[@thoccnology]

Yes, it's a prominent sound! :) Bubble Gum definitely became one of my staples in regards of budget switches.

[@tester776]

How good is this switch compared to zuoce bubblegum?

[@thoccnology]

Both are very good, the Bubble Gum is bit thockier and has a 4-pin style opening, which I find more easier to open (if needed, but as both of them come pre-lubed, it's not necessary to open them for modding)

[@tester776]

@@thoccnology Thanks