Best SILENT fightstick buttons? How quiet can we get? Silent button showdown!

Trying to disguise your button presses so your opponent can't hear you mashing? Or are you just keeping the family awake with your midnight labbing? In today's video, we'll look at how to keep your button presses a little more sly. We'll need to try lots of different buttons and switch combinations to find the ultimate quiet button. The results may surprise you!
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UPDATE: After some more investigation, even though these Dolphin switches are the most quiet, they do not always play nicely with Gamer Fingers. It's as if the metal pins aren't thick enough to make full contact with the GF pins below, preventing it from fully bottoming out to activate the leaf. This means there are "dead zones" or at the very least, inconsistency between multiple presses. Like, they activate 80% of the time, but that's going to be sufficient for frustration-free play. I didn't notice it the first time because I must have been hitting dead center. But knowing this now, I would NOT recommend these switches. Gamer Finger Durock Dolphin is disqualified.

[@HushMySweet1]

@@wakarenok I haven't yet. They should work, but now I'm a bit jaded with Gamer Fingers. I'll try some more when I redo this video down the line (I need to mash and make more noise to really simulate a true play session). Anyway, thanks for watching.

[@wakarenok]

@HushMySweet1 No problem, this videos been helpful.

[@fXoKDM]

Did you ever get to try to modify those dolphin ones I was really looking into them but not with the game fingers with other buttons compatibility because my wife is a super light sleeper and man it sucks when you have to game at a certain place over certain amount of noise and all I play is fighting games

[@nerdstrangler4804]

So I am too poor for gamer fingers, but the Crowns have a similar problem. The problem is non-speed keyboard switches tend to have an actuation point around 2.0-2.2mm and a total travel distance of like 3.8-4mm. The problem is arcade buttons traditionally only have a total travel distance of like 2mm. So in order to preserve the feel/speed of arcade buttons they limit the total travel distance to around 2mm, and use speed switches which activate around 1.0-1.2mm. So if you use non-speed switches you can barely activate them when bottoming out. The way I solved this on the crowns is i ripped off small pieces of a tissue, then using a needle shoved them into the cross-shaped grooves of the plunger that the cherry MX stem slots into. Effectively this ensures that the stem of the switch is always partially depressed even when you aren't pressing the button, reducing the actuation point. It is certainly possible there is an electrical issue. Although I think there is a good chance the actuation point of the switch is simply too close to the total travel distance of the button. So i would suggest stuffing something into the plunger and seeing if that solves the problem. Probably better options than tissue, but I am still in the process of building my first fight stick, and since I had a box of tissues nearby when I first recognized the problem that is what I went with. If I was looking for a more permanent solution I might use plumber's tape. As I feel like small squares of plumber's tape would be more consistent across buttons than trying to shove in random bits of tissue. However I am pretty sure I am just going to stick to some version of speed switches as I don't think the switches are too important. Most the noise is from bottoming out. But unlike on a keyboard, the switches never actually bottom out on an arcade stick. The button housing bottoms out first, preventing it.

[@jxiv1444]

I ordered durock daybreaks which are pretry similar to the dolphin where after the daybreaks didnt work, I had the idea of keeping the buttom housing part of the mx speed silver housing and the stem and just taking the durock top hosuing and part of the stem where the it makes the switch quiet and i achieved the same results of quietness while also having the same actuation point of the mx speed silver

Without watching: I predict Gravity will be the quietest of the first 3, but Punk Workshop with appropriate switches will be the quietest overall

[@HushMySweet1]

Pretty close! Gravity was second place in first group. The Punk Workshop ones came in 4th imo (my wife said third place, but w/e). Really the GF and OSBMX were clearly in a category by themselves though. But, that's not to say that if I didn't change the switch to something in the PWS, that it couldn't be the best. What switch do you recommend for them?

[@anubis_fgc]

Great video, love the topic of silence in fightsticks. I have two sticks optimized for silence, and both of them have Gamerfinger sets (and I own a third set). Haven’t found buttons that rival them in terms of sound suppression and feel, but then again I’d never heard of OSBMX before this, so thanks!

[@HushMySweet1]

Awesome! You'll have to give the OSBMX ones a try and see if you think they compare. Someone else recommended I try different switches in the Punk WS ones as well, so I suppose that would be another option. But yeah, I agree that GF are hard to beat when it comes to quiet. Thanks for watching!

[@NickNitro]

thanks man, I'm not a arcade gamer. but I love using these little buddys as a killswitch for my guitar work! your video was very informative regardless. thank you!

[@HushMySweet1]

Glad I could help! Rock on!

[@popnlocker13]

Woah how cool!

[@gitrekt-gudson]

Just makes me glad that sound isn't a concern in my home, plus I don't find the loudest of buttons to even be all that loud. I understand why some people would want/need silent gear, but for me the noise is a part of the overall experience I don't wanna lose lol... I've even come to appreciate the different noise that different brands make.

[@HushMySweet1]

I agree. The sound is definitely part of the experience and I don't necessarily want it gone. Some people have a different situation than me and need that ultra quiet though, so this vid is for them. Thanks for watching!

[@gitrekt-gudson]

@@HushMySweet1 Exactly! I may want a silent setup for my son though. LOL

[@deminator1472]

When i built my custom box I tried using the Sanwa foam silencer pads. I liked the sound of the silenced buttons but I just couldn't quite gel with the feel of the buttons when pressing them. Still, if the need arises for me to make the thing quieter its nice to know theres the option. Great vid!

[@HushMySweet1]

Yeah, I don't think I'm a huge fan of the foam inserts either (from a feel perspective anyway). Just a hair mushy. Anyway, thanks for commenting! I very much appreciate your consistent support!

[@ElmntFire]

I swapped my Hori rap4 for the OBSFE 2nd gens and the silent JLF lever and the difference was night and day. The newer style of plunger on the OBSFE's really helped retain the feel of pressing the button without the dampening from cushions. While the switch in the test may have been louder, I feel that not having the button contact the bottom of the housing is the real benefit for the OBSFE's and takes alot of the punch out of the sound. Especially if you're sitting across from your spouse while they have headphones on.

[@HushMySweet1]

Yeah, I agree. The OBSFE actually weren't bad despite their "final placing" ...If someone needed silent buttons, I feel like they couldn't go wrong with any on that final list (with the exception of Crown; even with the switch change, they weren't what I what consider silent). Anyway, thanks for sharing your experience and for watching!

[@Kanoa99]

Get the PunkWorkshop standard buttons (non-slim variant), slap in any linear switches(standard ones, not low profile), then add a rubber o-ring to the cap(in fact I added 2 to reduce total travel), and you get top tier silence on par with the gamerfinger dolphin setup.

[@HushMySweet1]

I'll have to try that! Thanks for the suggestion!

[@neonzeroshift]

Would this work for a snack box micro

[@digitalsmear]

Where did you get your o-rings? What size?

[@franksterkb891]

good content as always!

[@HushMySweet1]

Thanks for the support, dude!

[@Duvoncho]

Okay this is absolute perfect timing. I'm currently planning to make my first custom hitbox and the top priority is silent buttons. Played around with an 8Bitdo and replaced the buttons with Sanwa OBSF-Es, was very impressed at the sound difference. Also tried those pads in the 8Bitdo standard buttons but I noticed dropped inputs. Going to be watching this one a few times. 👍

[@HushMySweet1]

Right on! Hope it helps your decision!

[@leglonglon]

@@HushMySweet1 which switches would you recommend for Punk Workshop buttons ? I play execution intensive characters and I like Kailh choc blue a lot (25g, linear) but sadly they don't fit in punk buttons.

[@HushMySweet1]

@@leglonglon I'm not sure. 25g is a lot lighter than I typically go, so I'm probably not the best to ask on this front. Good luck with the hunt and let us know what you find.

[@leglonglon]

@@HushMySweet1 I see. For now, the gateron clear are the lightest I've managed to find. Out of curiosity, where did you get the obfs-mx prints? They look high quality.

[@HushMySweet1]

If you can print and make yourself, you can go that route: github.com/TheTrainGoes/GP2040-Projects/tree/main/Open%20Source%20Buttons/OSBMX

[@NickMK]

I switched my sanwas for Crowns and I love em, but I find them infinitely more loud. Thankfully it's not a problem. But it's not so much in the click of the button, but the way it reverberates in my case, it's a loud bassy thud. So the way the impact resonates is something that will depend on the enclosure material and stuff too.

[@HushMySweet1]

Yeah, I agree. I like the feel but even with the Cherry MX speed silver switches, it's not a quiet button because of its construction and how it bottoms out. Feels great, but even with a super quiet switch, I couldn't get the volume of them lower. All good though, I kinda like their sound.

[@woodchipdust]

Loved the video! I’m looking to upgrade to some new, quieter buttons, so I found this video at the perfect time! Question: which of these switches felt like it had the shortest travel distance to actuate?

[@HushMySweet1]

I had a few issues with some of these switches after the fact, so I don't necessarily recommend changing from the stock in the case of GF and Crown. GF seemed to remain about as quiet as stock and Crown 202 seemed to remain just as loud (has to do with the housing construction so even totally quiet switches won't help it not produce noise in some capacity). They were peach switches in the OSBMX buttons. You could change switches in that one easier without it affecting its performance imo. And then, to answer your question sort of, I felt Hori buttons had pretty short presses / low actuation.

[@Zinksk8er]

Qanba gravity with lubed switches and silencing pads go crazy. Stealth mode. Lubing your mechanical switch actually makes a vast difference in sound from the button and especially the echo in your enclosure.

[@HushMySweet1]

Nice! What switch lube do you recommend?

[@TechnoTurtle9974]

bro, I was just looking at getting some silent buttons for my arcade stick and you post a video. GET OUT OF MY HEAD 😂

[@Armoogeddon]

Legit same lol, love the content HMS!

[@HushMySweet1]

Livin' in that TechnoTurtle dome, rent-free, lol. Thanks for watching!

[@PandorusFightStick]

i love ❤❤❤ Crown 202s, but cannot deny gamerfingers are kings. Will defo give the osbmx buttons a go!!

[@HushMySweet1]

I'm with you on that one. I love Crown 202s as well, but if the goal is silence, then GF is hard to beat. The OSBMX are pretty interesting as well. The ones in this vid had peach switches.

[@ShikayHawken]

This came at the right time since I'm kinda considering whether to get the Gamerfinger or not (tho not for the sound). I honestly think the only reason the Samducksa lost is because it bottoms out due to construction. Everything else seems like a good option, too here.

[@HushMySweet1]

I agree with your Crown assessment. I don't think any switch is going to save it and most of its noise comes from its construction. The remaining 5/6 were all pretty quiet though. Why are considering getting Gamer Fingers?

[@ShikayHawken]

@@HushMySweet1 heard a lot of good stuff about it. Also the fact that a shop in my country trying to sell it is really good since I don't have much access for proper fightstick part here. But I also heard it has QA issue & official site service after researching about it recently, was it true?

[@HushMySweet1]

@@ShikayHawken I don't know about quality assurance issues, but there have been issues with people buying and then having their orders cancelled, and people getting none of their emails returned when they have an an issue. I live in the US though, so maybe the service is less problematic elsewhere. People still seem to like the buttons though and it always seems wild to me when I see secondhand GF buttons sell for $10 a button. But it seems routine now. Anyway, I hope the buttons are what you're looking for! Good luck with your fightstick!

[@unforgivn81]

I'm currently using Sanwas with silencer pads, and I'm definitely going to give Gamer Finger buttons a try now.

[@HushMySweet1]

They are a pretty spendy button, but if silence is king, then they have a lot going for them. Thanks for watching/commenting!

[@Kenlac92]

@@HushMySweet1 where would i even get them? i cant seem to find them online :(

[@HushMySweet1]

@@Kenlac92 Shipping takes forever and customer service is nearly non-existent, but you can try here: www.gamerfinger.com/hbfs30.html

[@kettelatto]

Very informative video that'll help many to decide which silent config they should go for. Are there any silent low profile switches? I'd like to make my flatbox quieter, is this something you've dabbled around with? Thanks!

[@HushMySweet1]

None that I've experimented with quite like this. Junk Food Arcade does offer "Micro Silencing Pads" on their website to quiet the downstroke of the presses. Those might be worth looking into for you. (And if you do, let us know your thoughts!) Thanks for watching!

[@papanojohns6510]

Hey @HushMySweet I found the video to be very informative. I'm interested in potentially putting together the OSBMX button u showed off in the second round of testing. However I was wondering how exactly you got the red board/connector on the back of the button seen at 3:57 I'm a noob to arcade stick modding so I got no clue what that is. What exactly is that called and how would I go about aqquirng them? Thanks and I really enjoyed the vid!

[@HushMySweet1]

That is the button PCB. I got mine from a buddy, but if you want to order assembled PCBs for use in your own button project, then I'd encourage you to read all of this: github.com/TheTrainGoes/GP2040-Projects/tree/main/Open%20Source%20Buttons/OSBMX (It really walks you through the whole process, step-by-step) Good luck!

[@ladyfarah]

See, I go the opposite direction. Put cherry mx blues in all my buttons.

[@HushMySweet1]

I've tried those a few times but had a hard time adjusting. All good though, I think it's great each person can dial in their own perfect button press. Thanks for watching!

[@joelallonen5501]

sweet video

[@HushMySweet1]

Thanks for watching and leaving a nice comment!

[@Zoo719]

Thanks for the vid! Is the gravity button the first gen or one of the newer gravity ks buttons?

[@HushMySweet1]

I believe this was one of the original LX variants. Thanks for watching!

[@fataldragon69]

Great in-depth review vid.....Nice One !! BUT.....I was hoping that you tested the Hayabusa Buttons as well. So with that said, do you know where I can get some Silencing Pads that will fit the Hayabusa Buttons that are in my Hori Alpha-A Fight Stick ?? Thanks in Advance for Any Help / Info, Keep Up the Great Work !!

[@HushMySweet1]

That blue button on the top right in that initial set is a Hori button. They are more quiet than a lot of other stock options. I don't know of any Hayabusa-specific foam pads, but those silencing pads do mention that you can get them to work on low profile Hori if you cut off the tabs. "The Silencer pads compatible with the recent Hori Hayabusa low-profile matte version, but will require cutting off the side tabs." focusattack.com/silencer-sanwa-seimitsu-30mm-foam-washers-pack-of-8/ So looks like you can sort of Frankenstein your own. Anyway, good luck and thanks for watching!

[@fataldragon69]

@@HushMySweet1 Nice One, Thanks for the reply and info. I had heard that there aren't any specific Hori Button Silencers available right now (strange) but like you said, I had heard that we can get some to fit by doing a little DIY. Soo, Thanks Again, I'll give them a go, Cheers !!

[@MrCheezeshoes]

Would you mind doing a quick video of the steps to modify the switch for the Dolphin button setup? That sounded like EXACTLY the quiet I've been trying to find!

[@HushMySweet1]

You likely won't need a video. Gently use a precision screwdriver or chopstick or something and push up on the circle in the center bottom of the original GF switch and then pop it out. You can remove the button cap before or after you do that. Then, you'll see that a GF takes a normal key switch. It will take many kinds by default. Just line up the switch prongs and insert into the button housing. They really only go in one way. But, on some switches like the Durock dolphins you saw here, they have two plastic stabilizing prongs on the bottom of the switch button housing. They will prevent you from just inserting this switch into the GF because there are no holes for the prongs to go. So, you'll need to use a multitool or a set of clippers or whatever and cut off the prongs flush with the bottom of the key switch housing. Then, just insert the switch into the GF like you would normally and reassemble. Good luck!

[@neonzeroshift]

I need this but for the snack box micro any help would be appreciated also my wife said the dolphins made her happy youre doing gods work

[@HushMySweet1]

Right on! Glad she enjoyed it. The Micro takes different switches, but I got you covered on that front too. Check out the video "BEST switches for Snack Box Micro! Full comparison & breakdown!" on this channel.

[@fightROSHANfight]

What do you think about the OC workshop buttons? They look pretty dope and use Cherry MX by default. But if you use Durock Dolphin on the OC workshop and Crown? Do you still to mod the switches to fit?

[@HushMySweet1]

I haven't used them enough to have a strong opinion and I only have these low profile ultrathin versions. The originals may feel slightly different, IDK yet. Modding the Dolphin was just cutting the little stabilizing prongs off of it so it would fit, so pretty easy, and would have to be done with them to fit in the Crown as well (I actually had to do the same thing with the Bobagum). Hope that helped!

[@fightROSHANfight]

@@HushMySweet1 Oh, yes! Much appreciated. When I get parts for a fight stick I'l have to import them in India so this will be a blind purchase, and we have pretty high custom rates for such stuff. What you say does help.

[@johnlund3088]

Holly cow 😮 I've never heard a button as quit as the 🐬 wow that's a game changer. How bout you do a future vid with silent sticks in mind ?🤗 I have a few contenders myself

[@HushMySweet1]

Yeah, the dolphin was very quiet. And the lever vid sounds good, I've got it added to my list of videos! Any particular silent levers you want to make sure I showcase? (Will likely take me a while to accumulate the stock)

[@johnlund3088]

@HushMySweet1 I have the Ls40q like you the Nobi LSXQ which use the same switches, I also have the Qanba Jov8 silent lever with omron switches. But the stick I would like to se you use is definitely seimitsu sels-70x-s. I'm on the fence about buying it and so far I haven't found a single review for it online

[@HushMySweet1]

I'll come back to this comment down the road when I'm fully committed to the video (so many irons in the fire regarding vid concepts atm). Thank you for the lever suggestions!

[@GONZA10X]

I have been running the sanwa obfs and they do me fine, for being the least noisiest things around, and responsiveness. I have been looking into getting gamerfingers but they are a little too much and not as available as the sanwa. Paired with a silent stick, and I am able to play late night without disturbing anyone near me. It helps that I dont get to aggressive as well, so yea!

[@HushMySweet1]

Nice! Yeah, how hard you mash actually makes quite a bit of difference between the buttons. I need to do a different video down the line at some point where I straight up mash on different sets. I think that would change some of the placings here. Anyway, thanks for watching!

[@GONZA10X]

@@HushMySweet1 you are welcome!! The more videos of the little things the better. I like that you show a visual of the loudness.

[@marcoalvarado2790]

My guess is Gamerfingers. I wouldn't recommend them though for serious play. I found that if you tap them on the edge you can noticeably get missed inputs. Also on some of mine the button caps start to pop out. My main silent stick is the compact SFIV Madcatz SE. Jlf with otto v5, the link v2, d2rv silent switches. Gamerfingers with zilent v2. So smooth. I enjoy playing shmups with it these days. Most of them have autofire so I'm not bothered by missed inputs there.

[@HushMySweet1]

Yes, great guess! They are very quiet. This is a video I need to redo at some point because I didn't like how some of the switches didn't play nice with the presses. Regardless, thank you for watching/commenting!

[@vthegrigori9137]

I guess Gamer Fingers... I personally use those silencer pads in some Seimitsu Keikou (PS-14-GNs), but they greatly affected the feel. I had to break them in to get comfortable with them. They also fit in Hayabusas if you snip off the silencer's tabs, but they never felt good to me.

[@HushMySweet1]

Yeah, the silencing pads are definitely a different beast. I wasn't a huge fan of the feel, but if it came down to playing with them or not playing at all because of the noise, then I guess the answer's obvious. I figure you would acclimate to them after a few sessions and they'd be the new norm. But coming off "normal" buttons, they were clearly different. Hey, thanks for watching/commenting, V! I appreciate it!

[@Gyoza_e_Rock]

Can you share the link where Is possibile buy bobagum crown 202, i dont finde It,tnx

[@HushMySweet1]

I cannibalized a Bobagum switch and installed it myself, but Crown 202 and GamerFinger can both be pretty finicky with non-stock switches. When I was done, I felt it wasn't worth the effort (no difference in sound), and in the case of the GF switch change, it didn't work 100% flawlessly which ruins a fighting game experience. So your mileage may very with these sort of switch changes. Thanks for watching.

[@Remmy_inc]

Great video, where can i buy the OSBMX buttons, can't seem to find them anywhere. All i came across was a github page of thetraingoes but could not figure out how to use them with my Hori Alpha stick.

[@HushMySweet1]

I think I've seen them for sale on the Buttercade etsy before (not currently listed there now though). I've also seen group buys on different discords. Maybe inquire on the r/fightsticks discord to get a bead on where best to get a set. discord.gg/M7xJvx7T Thanks for watching.

[@johnlund3088]

I think the punk or dolphin will take the second challenge

[@HushMySweet1]

Pretty good guesses, John!

[@hsiangyuchen4198]

Where can I get OBSMX buttons? I can access a 3D print shop but idk how to build to custom button pcb.

[@HushMySweet1]

Here are the buttons details: github.com/TheTrainGoes/GP2040-Projects/tree/main/Open%20Source%20Buttons/OSBMX You can order assembled PCBs from various places and I'll try to feature that in a video soon. You can also join in on some of these fightstick discords. People will occasionally do minor runs of stuff like this.

[@decagonsensei]

Would love to see a silent lever roundup

[@HushMySweet1]

I'll add it to my list of video ideas. If you have a specific silent lever you're curious about, lmk so I for sure pick it up.

[@HiImZeke]

@@HushMySweet1you should test the qanba gravity silent lever with mx greys

[@Jaim3Padua]

Nice vid my dude. What is your preferred button?

[@HushMySweet1]

Hey, thanks! I typically don't aim for silence, so I really like Crown 202s and have those in a lot of my builds. I also quite like Seimitsu (the vibrant Keikou or translucent color lines feel better than their plain solid color stock offerings for whatever reason, but maybe that's all in my mind. I still swear there's a difference though). But those are my picks typically. Thanks for watching.

[@WillxE_TheGreat]

I tried countless of switch on gamerfinger. I found for switch with 4mm travel and 2mm actuator point is unstable to be use in gamerfinger. Do you feel that as well ?

[@HushMySweet1]

I've only tried a handful of switches in them, so don't know that I can say that for sure. Which switch did you think worked or felt the best in Gamer Fingers?

[@WillxE_TheGreat]

@@HushMySweet1 even when the switch is cherry clone like gateron or so, the dimensions seems to be slightly different. Cherry switch base seems to be the most stable (aka, no unregistered press from time to time, not popping out during heavy use), but feel free to mod with another switch stem or spring.

[@emsprute]

How did the wildcard obsmx feel? i think i might to get some of those

[@HushMySweet1]

Felt good. You might be able to change the feel a bit more with your own flavor of switch (these ones were peach).

[@zhenyaloginov]

Step 1: search for some quiet buttons Step 2: find out about MX buttons and get obsessed with the sound

[@HushMySweet1]

Step 3: profit?

[@zhenyaloginov]

@@HushMySweet1 Indeed!

[@ar.nul.fo.]

Do the gamerfingers feel mushy with that switch like sanwas with a siliencer pad?

[@HushMySweet1]

The Gamerfingers felt like they always do and I didn't notice any real tactile difference with the switch change. I think GF feel a slight bit of mush naturally, but definitely not to the mush levels of the silencing pad. If you liked them before, you'll like them after.

[@jeremoople]

Meanwhile, I go out of my way to make my fightstick and keyboard as loud as possible

[@HushMySweet1]

lol, that could be a fun video. What's your ideal stick for maximum loudness?

[@jeremoople]

@@HushMySweet1 I don't think I have an ideal lol, but anything with a hollow metal case and clicky buttons like Happ, EG Starts, or Jade switches does a good job. I actually just uploaded a video something semi-loud I made so good timing haha

[@elo_888]

Nice! With Silents, do you feel any difference with your inputs? You should link the buttons so we can check them out!

[@Vo-Daddy]

I don't feel any difference with mine. I also clipped a coil off the springs since I tap pretty lightly. No complaints from wifey. It's just the lever that's the problem. XD

[@HushMySweet1]

No, nothing like that. The Sanwa with the silencing pads felt the most "off" but it was still within the realm of reason and something you would acclimate to after a session or two. Link the buttons like a timestamp in the video? Or link the buttons like you want to buy them?

[@elo_888]

@@HushMySweet1 both would be good for this video or any video going forward!

[@HushMySweet1]

@@elo_888 Silencing pads and silent OBSFE: focusattack.com/ Gamer Finger: www.gamerfinger.com/hbfs30.html Punk Ultrathin: punkworkshop.top/products/punk-workshop-ultra-thin-button?VariantsId=10150,10152,10160 Gazzew Bobagum switches: ringerkeys.com/products/gazzew-bobagums-silent-linear-switches OSBMX buttons: github.com/TheTrainGoes/GP2040-Projects/tree/main/Open%20Source%20Buttons/OSBMX

[@TonyDrecaps]

How do they perform? Silent may be one thing but not worth it if they perform worse or are mushy. Cool video!

[@HushMySweet1]

The silencing pad ones did feel a bit off, but I'm sure I'd get used to it if that's what I had to use. Otherwise, the rest did very well and felt just how you'd expect.

[@TonyDrecaps]

@HushMySweet1 thanks for the reply!

[@Demon09-_-]

was that a gravity Ks or the older lx pre silence pad version?

[@HushMySweet1]

I believe this was one of the original LX variants.

[@Zekrombest]

Reckon Crown 202 with durock dolphin works?

[@HushMySweet1]

Probably, But! I didn't try them in Crown 202s. I think the way Crown 202s are constructed, switches aren't going to matter as much as other buttons. They are going to be as loud as the default just because of how they bottom out. Like, the noise is coming more from the housing/construction than from the switches, so it just didn't seem to matter when trying to reduce noise. IDK.

[@feyd9232]

Can I inset the dolphin switches into the crown 202 cases? Does it have to be gamer finger?

[@HushMySweet1]

You could, but the more I messed with them, the less I liked changing the switches in either the Crowns or the GFs. It seemed like there were missed inputs and the different, after-market switches didn't seem to play nice 100% of the time after a press (which is completely unacceptable in a fighting game). I didn't notice it during testing, but knowing what I do now, I wouldn't mess with the switch changes. Also, I'm pretty convinced that even the quietest switches would not help the Crown 202 just because their construction means a lot of the sound is produced from the housing interaction and not the switch itself. If you want quieter buttons, then go with silencing pads, stock GF, or those 3d-printed wild card ones.

[@feyd9232]

Thank you for the reply!@@HushMySweet1

[@sharkpyro93]

unintentional asmr

[@HushMySweet1]

lol, I can see that. Thanks for watching!

[@Strider.Kazama]

Yo @hushmysweet crown came out with a new 203 button that I purchase and comes really close to the gamer finger buttons now

[@edgarup0]

My favorite buttons are Gamerfinger with Kailh box silent pink switches they are ultra quiet

[@HushMySweet1]

I'll have to get some of those switches to check them out! Thanks for watching/commenting!

[@tekniqs]

Which one had the best feel? I currently have foam pads in seimitsu buttons and they feel like garbage lol

[@HushMySweet1]

I like the feel of Crown 202s and the translucent colored Seimitsus the best. Both aren't quiet though. If you meant which quiet one felt the best, then I thought they were all acceptable. The silencing pads in the Sanwa felt worst.

[@tekniqs]

@@HushMySweet1thanks

[@SAHER-iv7gu]

So outta curiousity i bought some punkworkshop buttons and bought some red dragon stars A12 switches and they not only sound silient but has that bump so feel like you pressed the input button

[@HushMySweet1]

Interesting. So do you like them or are you still playing around with different switches to test?

[@SAHER-iv7gu]

@HushMySweet1 honestly i haven't switched them back in like 2 months i still like gamerfingers but the punk ones are best suited for me

[@suphermes7237]

Link to the top 2 winners? Great vid btw thank you

[@HushMySweet1]

1) shop.gamerfinger.com/product-category/buttons/30mmbuttons/ & www.aliexpress.com/w/wholesale-gamerfinger.html (the ones in the vid has Durock Dolphin switches) 2) You'll need to print/assemble your own (the ones in this vid had Peach switches) github.com/TheTrainGoes/GP2040-Projects/tree/main/Open%20Source%20Buttons/OSBMX

[@jiffchiu8152]

Seems u missed getting the punkworkshop buttons which are a blast and can benefit to a lot of silent keyboard switches

[@HushMySweet1]

The second half of the video features the big six silent contenders and a Punk Workshop Ultrathin is among them.

[@vampalan]

Where can I find out more about the "wildcard OSBMX" buttons? Google fu failed me.

[@HushMySweet1]

On Github under user "TheTrainGoes" he's got some open source GP2040 projects and these buttons are one of them. github.com/TheTrainGoes/GP2040-Projects/tree/main/Open%20Source%20Buttons/OSBMX

[@WeedSmoker69]

Hello again, my sweet. Which buttons do you think feeeeel the best?

[@HushMySweet1]

I typically roll with Crown 202s in my gear when given the choice (not quiet at all, but I'm endeared to them).

[@WeedSmoker69]

@@HushMySweet1 aight dope. I'll give them a look

[@bludika]

GF the GOAT

[@HushMySweet1]

I've found it's one of the more polarizing buttons (similar to Hori in that people seem to love them or straight up hate them). But yeah, they are definitely quiet and have a fun vibe with their interesting button rims. Thanks for watching.

[@kanocles]

where did you buy the dolphin switch?

[@HushMySweet1]

I grabbed a base set of 10 on amazon for like $12.

[@kanocles]

@@HushMySweet1 Can you leave a link?

[@HushMySweet1]

@@kanocles www.amazon.com/dp/B09STHVC97?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

[@iHernandez620]

You need to try qanba gravity buttons

[@HushMySweet1]

0:59

[@juncction]

Amazing exploration! I was wondering if you could confirm that the dolphins function properly in the gamerfingers. I've been on a journey to find a silent switch that has proper pin contact to consistently work in all the pressing angles when installed, but if dolphins work 100% then it would really help a lot. Thank so much in advance!

[@HushMySweet1]

I'm 99% sure they did. Like, I wouldn't want to spread misinformation so I'm assuming I had done my due diligence back for that video, but I didn't play on that stick outside of the testing. I can't imagine not testing out that button to confirm it worked. I did have to Frankenstein the little stabilizer prongs on the housing, but don't remember any gameplay issues when it was all put together. If I have time, I'll see if I can dig it back out and 100% confirm.

[@juncction]

@@HushMySweet1 ​ Thank you so much for the reply and please let me know! Of all the silent switches that I've tried that actually fit, the issue is that either: the metal pins aren't thick enough to make full contact with the GF pins below, or the silencing dampeners on the mechanism inside the switch prevents it from fully bottoming out to activate the leaf. Both issues can cause inconsistent activations on press or require you to press the button exactly at the center and all the way down or it doesn't work!

[@HushMySweet1]

@@juncction I just tried it out and you are correct. You've got to hit it right on to activate and there are occasional dead zones. That's really unfortunate.

[@juncction]

@@HushMySweet1 Darn! Thanks again for testing it out! My search for the perfect GF silent switch continues!

[@HushMySweet1]

Thanks for bringing this to my attention. I pinned a comment to help people stay away from these. Like, they are activating 80% of the time for me, but that is inexcusable. Let us know what switches you find that potentially may work better.

[@JayOhEnEnWhyEx]

Did your mean obs-mx instead of osbmx?

[@HushMySweet1]

github.com/TheTrainGoes/GP2040-Projects/tree/main/Open%20Source%20Buttons/OSBMX

[@codyeakinsbradley]

Now, do what keyboard builders do and lube the switches

[@HushMySweet1]

True, true. What's your favorite switch lube?

[@codyeakinsbradley]

@HushMySweet1 not a keyboard builder, but came across your channel searching for different ɓutton companies

[@ak3d1]

Good video , i wanted to tell that the gamer finger button does not feet well into the cable connector. It is not properly solidarizing and the connector could come off from the button. It s not 100 % come off , but enough to make fault contact and then your stick is less reactive and some buttons start to not work properly. Any one as any idea on how to solve the issue ?

[@HushMySweet1]

Could you crimp the connection tighter on the button prong with a pair of pliers?

[@ak3d1]

@@HushMySweet1 i can do it , but it seems overkill. I used also the same switch from durok. it s very low sound , but nothing work at all now.i cut the small plastic stick , and also the one in the midlle because i though the connexion wasn t mande correctly between the switch and the buttons , but it s not working at all , and some button works and stop working randomly...so unplayable

[@HushMySweet1]

@@ak3d1 You only need to cut the two tiny stabilizers on the edges, not anything in the center. I'd take it apart. Maybe post some pictures of the issue on r/fightsticks discord channel so people can see how to help you fix your situation. Might need a new switch.

[@ak3d1]

@@HushMySweet1 i don t think it need new switch , because i cut the two stabilizers and i got the same issu randomly working , then i cut the center one and the issu was the same. In case i have some new in spare with the center and stabilizers not touch. But the issu i think is coming from the gamer finger button and the default connector we have on the stick equiiped with sanwa button. it s not a good fixating cable between gaming finger and this sanwa connector.. But yes what is the discord channel i will post on it ?

[@HushMySweet1]

@@ak3d1 discord.gg/kmDJTbTY

[@ehvaandal]

Paradise arcade has silent crowns that dont bottom out and have soft silicone parts

[@HushMySweet1]

Next time... (I really like the feel of the original 202s, so I wanted to see if a simple switch change would solve anything in the noise arena)

[@ehvaandal]

@@HushMySweet1 I have a set from paradise, they still feel fine but I think the profile is ever so slightly taller. They are quieter, but not quite, if you get my meaning.

[@Mister.C85]

Where did you get the Balltop?

[@HushMySweet1]

MoreDoor Gaming: moredoor-gaming.myshopify.com/

[@Mister.C85]

Thank you. Lol I went to your channel after this video and found it in one of your other videos. Sad thing is I don’t see balltops. Only bullet tops. I’m looking for 45mm balltops with the nice gold flake designs

[@HushMySweet1]

@@Mister.C85 Xanibunib (the dude who makes them for MoreDoor) is super accommodating. Reach out to him on email or discord and let him know what you're after. I'm sure a 45 mm balltop would be no issue. Good luck, dude!

[@citizenraga]

I feel like the hori was the best of the first group

[@HushMySweet1]

Yeah, it was hard to capture the full experience with each button. Looking at some of them in post, they seemed a bit different than when you were right there listening/feeling the pressing. I would rank that first group, GF, Gravity, and then Hori.

[@tylerdurden8049]

Qanba Gravity levers are dead quiet even my spouse can't hear them when I am playing and button bashing.

[@franksterkb891]

that's why GF is commonly used by pros

[@guacgarcon8573]

I predict GF Dolphin

[@HushMySweet1]

Go buy a lottery ticket because you, sir, are a winner. Thanks for watching!

[@CyberGief]

should have used silent 203s with the silicone plunger

[@HushMySweet1]

Sold out, plus I don't want to help to normalize 203s.

[@nerdstrangler4804]

@@HushMySweet1 What is wrong with the 203s? I was considering them initially over the 202s but as you said, they seem chronically out of stock. Plus I was worried the silicone plunger might make them feel mushy.

[@HushMySweet1]

@@nerdstrangler4804 They just seem overbuilt for the sake of overbuilding with the snap-in, screw-in combo. Like, why? And then they didn't feel better than a past iteration, the 202 (one of my favs), so again, if it doesn't feel better, why? IDK. But it's been a while so maybe I need to give them another chance.

[@liltakifuego3993]

dude I hate living in Latin america, I will never have the money to do these kind of tests

[@HushMySweet1]

:( Well, you let me know if there's something you'd like to see tested, and I'll see if I can make it happen. (Not quite the same as doing it yourself, I know, but next best thing I guess.)

[@k1ngarthur290]

To me the GF was the loudest

[@crustis5958]

Gamer finger > all

[@HushMySweet1]

When it comes to silence, they are indeed the big winner.