It looks like what the Commodore 64 wants to be when it grows up
@louisgarbour27373 жыл бұрын
Didn't expect to see you here lol. Love the videos!
@nathanlamaire3 жыл бұрын
Recently, it can be (sort of, if you count MX Blue)
@nacnacnacnacnacnacnacnac17 күн бұрын
atomicshrimp sighting
@theodiscusgaming39094 жыл бұрын
Tbh I don't want a windows update when I want to launch a nuke, so I don't blame them
@nasanierulastname29974 жыл бұрын
“This might take a while”
@censoredterminalautism40734 жыл бұрын
I wonder what they replaced it with. The hardware specifically, not the software, since that's probably just a really minimal OS customized specifically for that, that can't possibly fail.
@delphicdescant4 жыл бұрын
@@censoredterminalautism4073 No doubt they chose the most god-fearing and genius-crafted OS out there. TempleOS is the industry standard in nuclear excellence.
@censoredterminalautism40734 жыл бұрын
@@delphicdescant I don't think the CIA bioluminescent beings of darker than average complexion would allow the military to use divine technology. Only a possibility in a world not ruled by Satanic, globalist psychic vampires.
@siotsoni98544 жыл бұрын
@@censoredterminalautism4073 They probably haven't replaced it yet, but my money's on some sort of simple x86-based 19" rackmount servers running Red Hat or something close to that. I doubt they're using a terribly custom OS, seeing as it's quite a lot of effort that's ultimately somewhat pointless, seeing as all they ultimately want is 100% uptime on a system that's as far away as possible from the internet, but with cheap to replace hardware this time.
@Spearra4 жыл бұрын
Hearing the Beamsprings in the end just makes it all the harder to wait for that Keystone modern Beamspring keyboard to be eventually finished!
@Chyrosran224 жыл бұрын
I agree, I can't wait tbh :D .
@OlorinMayar4 жыл бұрын
Oh yes. Also (un)patiently waiting for that one.
@Temunic4 жыл бұрын
@Disciplexeon The Operator Not exactly. Kono store is working on a hall effect keyboard that will have hotswapable switches. Those switches are roughly MX switch size, and the clicky variant will use a beamspring inside of it. So not a faithful reproduction so much as a beamspring inspired switch.
@Spearra4 жыл бұрын
@Disciplexeon The Operator There's a up and coming keyboard called the "Keystone Analog Hall Effect Keyboard" that uses what they call a "Silo Switches". The clicky variant of said switch is a Beamspring hall effect switch!
@12me913 жыл бұрын
modern beamspring?! where? I must have one
@musicboi52714 жыл бұрын
for a second I was gonna go " OH BOY! NOSTALGIA" until I remembered that I was raised in the woods and got my first phone at 16
@SenpaiRov4 жыл бұрын
just finished setting up my subwoofers, watching this with those is an experience
@delphicdescant4 жыл бұрын
Someday, when I'm rich and well-connected, I dream of trying a beamspring keyboard.
@EcoAcid3 жыл бұрын
You will never be rich and well-connected.
@delphicdescant3 жыл бұрын
@@EcoAcid I made that comment 6 months ago. I'm already rich and well-connected now. All it took was a little lying, cheating, and stealing - the same way all rich people get rich.
@EcoAcid3 жыл бұрын
@@delphicdescant Oh ok. Good for you. Mind if you share some of that wealth?
@jamesmillerjo3 жыл бұрын
@@delphicdescant I thought Eco was rude but now I started to think Eco has won...
@ClintonMatos4 жыл бұрын
Dropping the keyboard actually gave me a fright. Good lord.
@jacobhotaling89593 жыл бұрын
droping one of these on a granite countertop someoens worried about the granite way more than the keyboard
@LegoTux4 жыл бұрын
Beam me up Scotty.
@nightelf50074 жыл бұрын
6.8 Kilos? That's like the weight of 15 quarter-pounders and 20 whoppers combined, plus a big gulp.
@toastedphantom30074 жыл бұрын
The only relevant system of measurements
@theairismoist64414 жыл бұрын
ah, i see you too use imperial
@ej_tech4 жыл бұрын
3:51 RIP my eardrums and that table
@nerdyneedsalife83154 жыл бұрын
I know the sound is polarizing but I love the sound of these. Then again I also love the Alps plate spring sound.
@themaximus1444 жыл бұрын
Wait. There are people who don't like the sound of beam springs? Are they sane?
@is9273 Жыл бұрын
@@themaximus144 Yes, they are sane.
@censoredterminalautism40734 жыл бұрын
I want to use one of these in front of a 40 inch CRT.
@censoredterminalautism40734 жыл бұрын
Or 4000 centinches in metric.
@sond52714 жыл бұрын
This a real audio for a youtube video. Crisp clear and nice voice as well. No music in background. Well done Chyrosran22.
@BartAssink22 күн бұрын
Crazy how those big and chunky keyboards grow on me like an old Volvo brick. Love that you love these designs. A true mechanical keyboard maniac🤙🏼
@channalname57714 жыл бұрын
i love how calm you are at the start when in the presence of something so magnificent.
@bbf0ab08cb44becfec4 жыл бұрын
"By far the most expensive keyboard I've ever bought" Considering you're a keyboard enthusiast I'm thinking in the 10,000 dollar range, lol
@sEaNoYeAh4 жыл бұрын
Are you new? You might be surprised how much Thomas has spent on most of his keyboards.
@wyattmathis48544 жыл бұрын
GhostSamurai he’s picked up free boards from the recycling center that I would pay 100+ for
@delphicdescant4 жыл бұрын
@@sEaNoYeAh How little, you mean?
@bindingofisaacchannel30544 жыл бұрын
He’s actually pretty frugal with his keyboard purchases, I don’t think he has a ton to spend on them
@sEaNoYeAh4 жыл бұрын
@@wyattmathis4854 I swear The Recycling Centre is some magical fairy land he found a door to where all these elves use 80s computing equipment.
@raulsaavedra7094 жыл бұрын
Wow what a jewel of your collection, great keyboard! And @13:22 what an imposing thocky clicky sound!!! Does have an aura of nuclear grade reliable quality.
@pandaonabus3 жыл бұрын
The typing sound reminds me of those kids musical toys, the ones with the tin box and the handle you crank to play a little tune.
@bsadewitz Жыл бұрын
The toy needs a solenoid to knock against its case.
@unknown965654 жыл бұрын
This keyboard is a mega c h o n k e r. Edit: Also holy shit at 3:50
@aCivilServant4 жыл бұрын
A beast of a keyboard. Much more of a 'poppy' sound as the beam springs buckle as opposed to the ping of a Model F or M. Looks like you'll need a socket set from the garage to get that thing apart :) Nice review Thomas.
@adamgardiner58694 жыл бұрын
I have zero interest in keyboards, mechanical keys, or anything related to this channel. But here I am at 1am eagerly watching your latest video. I find the fascinating and oddly comforting because of your voice (and liberal sweating). So thanks.
@FirstWizardZorander4 жыл бұрын
That typing sound is possibly the most delicious sound I've ever heard. So definite, so crisp, yet delicate.
@LampreyKisses3 жыл бұрын
I love how you try to convince me to get beamsprings, even though I can't possibly afford to build a beamspring keyboard for the modern world. Such a TEASE!
@explodingseapig53004 жыл бұрын
I still don’t understand why I watch keyboard videos. Maybe it’s his beautiful voice.
@dosgos4 жыл бұрын
Matte covers were to prevent glare on clear options paper tags.
@Chyrosran224 жыл бұрын
Yeah, makes sense that it'd be for glare prevention :) .
@pacificrules9 ай бұрын
I absolutely LOVE the clicky sound of the keyboard. I WANT ONE!!
@sahizzurp4 жыл бұрын
the body positive keyboard we deserve
@aarishbaig3 жыл бұрын
The keyboard of choice for your local keyboard warrior.
@stampycatfan01lol4 жыл бұрын
“IBM Model B” has a nice ring to it...
@malfaro3l2 жыл бұрын
I’ve never seen a more beautiful thing in my life.
@NightlifeSux4 жыл бұрын
Minor point of note: the Russian AKM has a 1mm thick receiver. Chinese-made AKMs have 1.5mm thick receivers.
@Chyrosran224 жыл бұрын
The Type 56? Didn't know that had a thicker receiver Oo . Interesting!
@wkg195914 жыл бұрын
Oh Tom, you've gone and done it now. Though I've really enjoyed the m0110a the last couple of weeks now I simply have to break out the beamspring I got from Orihalcon a year or so back. Noice!!!!
@Chyrosran224 жыл бұрын
Noice ^^
@zerrano4 жыл бұрын
I really hope you can one day do a grand showcase of your greatest keyboards in your vast collection of keyboard history
@molymastiff4 жыл бұрын
Have you ever considered doing a top ten video of your favorite key caps? I've seen some beautiful key caps demonstrated in your videos, and I'd love to know which ones you like the best.
@asystole_4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the jumpscare at 3:50
@TurboZarya4 жыл бұрын
Which keyboard is the heaviest in your collection?
@Chyrosran224 жыл бұрын
The Chyron 4044 aircraft carrier.
@bacon.cheesecake Жыл бұрын
Separate return and enter keys sounds really nice, wish we still had that.
@justinc81573 жыл бұрын
The IBM "Model x" doesn't show chronological lineage. I have a "Model A" (Part Num: 06H5305) which is dated 1995.
@ClickandThock2 жыл бұрын
This my dream keyboard... have to put my hands on one to make Sound Tests!
@xirism67024 жыл бұрын
Perfect gaming keyboard
@RSIronBase4 жыл бұрын
daily dose of beamspring
@anasevi94564 жыл бұрын
truly a glory to behold, like an true lambo V12, congrats on the catch and great video mate!
@apalboi19854 жыл бұрын
How many keyboards do you own in your collection mate? great vid btw as always
@Chyrosran224 жыл бұрын
Over 300 models
@alistairblaire60014 жыл бұрын
The sliders on those programmable keys are so nice.
@JakeFPV.4 жыл бұрын
I say you should try doing some livestream stuff. I would really enjoy being able to interact with you while you review boards
@willsweeting16764 жыл бұрын
Never been anywhere near early on these videos. Just wanna say that I really enjoy the content, and I hope you're having a good time making keyboard reviews, even after all this time.
@Chyrosran224 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate :) . I'm not going to keep doing this forever, but I've still got a few things I want to show ;) .
@GalileoAV4 жыл бұрын
Damn, that typing demonstration could be cross uploaded to phub. It almost sounds like one with a solenoid with how deep and chunky it hits O_O
@SamCyanide3 жыл бұрын
Chryosan: clowns on imperial units Also chryosan: fanboying over ibm keyboards designed with God's chosen unit
@exvious60664 жыл бұрын
ITS HERE OH DEAR ITS HERE !
@KangoV3 жыл бұрын
I used one of these for quite a few years and it's just awesome.
@p3kittyopa074 жыл бұрын
could you next time review am amiga keyboard pls
@XalphYT4 жыл бұрын
The Amiga 500 ending with Kickstart 1.2 had really beautiful switches. The Amiga 500 starting with Kickstart 1.3 had really crap switches. My friend has the good version; I had the bad one. The difference was night and day.
@donald20054 жыл бұрын
I love that he is so excited about this thing
@AerFixus4 жыл бұрын
I don't remember where I read it, but I thought Beamspring/Selectric caps were POM, not ABS.
@sterlingphoenix4 жыл бұрын
When you dropped the keyboard to show how heavy it is, it actually woke up and startled my cat.
@NoEntertainment4 жыл бұрын
User of the Weird Calendar, watching Chyrosran talk about keyboards in the late morning. The simple things in life.
@Bobbals.4 жыл бұрын
I’ve always wanted one! Thanks for reviewing this!
@Crokto4 жыл бұрын
this is the type of keyboard that youd design a desk around to give it a comfortable typing angle, cuz its worth it
@Richardpasquinucci5 ай бұрын
That is the Directory assistance keyboard that the Bell System used in the 1980s
@harryvendryesАй бұрын
Got it... the sound reminds me of the 1978 movie The Medusa Touch staring Richard Burton. Beamspring reminds me of the noisy oscilloscope type machine at the very end.
@runrin_4 жыл бұрын
the typing demonstration is almost musical
@x105w54 жыл бұрын
I've never been this early! Love the videos
@XalphYT4 жыл бұрын
I've never been this late. I love the videos too.
@darkurthe4 жыл бұрын
Damn that typing is excellent sounding.
@Jedi8174 жыл бұрын
And I thought my '86 Model M was heavy...
@dimitrilensflareabrams28933 жыл бұрын
It sounds like delicate metallic raindrops.
@Jallen73624 жыл бұрын
I lost it at @5:12 with “geez what a fucking unit”
@bishopworks32034 жыл бұрын
"By far the most expensive keyboard I've bought" That's a pretty big understatement for a over 1,000 dollar keyboard lmao
@coggearalex2 жыл бұрын
Hey Chyrosran! Would you consider reviewing the Cherry G86? It's a rather large industrial board meant for small businesses. It comes with 120+ something buttons (21 of which are macro reprogrammable keys), a mouse pad with left and right buttons AND a card reader of all things! Would love to hear your input on it! Edit: brand new, it's prices range, but you could easily get one for around 25 dollars. I don't know what that would convert to in tea drinking dollars
@yugen0o4 жыл бұрын
Once you get this working I suggest making a video while using it in a WeWork common area.
@sonicase4 жыл бұрын
damn, nice,.... i used to really want a beamspring but i've tried them and i don't really like how it feels almost linear until you bottom out, I like to have the click earlier on. the key travel is really different compared to most keyboards. It's kind of jarring to feel it finally click and then immediately bottom out. Don't get me wrong though i still do want one. there is some small one with blue and red accent keys which looks awesome. 3278-A2 i think ...they're all always real expensive though :/
@-who_took_the_name-51993 жыл бұрын
There are two people in the keyboard world the people who want the tiny keyboard and the people who want the battleship keyboard and battleships are just awesome
@cameronchilders37014 жыл бұрын
The holy grail of HOLY SHIT IT'S MASSIVE
@naota3k4 жыл бұрын
For those Americans who haven't upgraded to barley corns, reams, and chains; this keyboard weighs *FIFTEEN* pounds.
@johnjoyce4 жыл бұрын
Weird, sounded like popcorn popping recorded on a cassette tape and played back at low volume through a crystal earpiece inside of a Pringle’s can.
@fpgamemearray4 жыл бұрын
i would probably make an indent in my desk to accomodate for the THICCness, it has to be uncomfortable for the wrists.
@anthonybrunotheodd2 жыл бұрын
Those key caps look like the ones on my 1969 IBM Selectric.
@thegamingbayskeletor16374 жыл бұрын
- Are ya winning son ?! - No dad, i just typed the nuclear codes
@artman404 жыл бұрын
I bet you all wanted him to press the big programmable keys more.
@pog_champ4 жыл бұрын
slick new outro
@AndrewAHayes4 жыл бұрын
I have a Z80 Research and the keyboard to that is the dogs, it is only a basic qwerty but the case is thick steel and is extremely heavy. It is very similar to the Fairlight CMI sampler/synth keyboard
@gillespujol4104 жыл бұрын
i swear this guy has all the keyboards in the world
@deadcelll4 жыл бұрын
God I love those keycaps nothing like top printed legends
@dhoffnun4 жыл бұрын
If anyone wants caps something like these for their modern keebs, take a look at the MT3 Susuwatari keyset on Drop - even the color is pretty similar. The typeface is different, but the legends are top-center, and the keys are THICC.
@apb.2 жыл бұрын
Btw mallard has a beamship if you didn't know
@stopthephilosophicalzombie90174 жыл бұрын
The world is on fire but damn these beamspring keyboards bring back the mems.
@ganzonomy Жыл бұрын
3:50 Drops keyboard Whole desk shakes
@andljoy4 жыл бұрын
Oh my god , this thing is awesome ! I have always wanted one!
@giuseppeafellay48554 жыл бұрын
Maybe the "Keyboard E" is the pingmaster, since it was an IBM keyboard also from the taller switch era.
@Chyrosran224 жыл бұрын
I'd be surprised if IBM adopted SKCC before they did buckling springs tbh - their patent on it is quite old tbh Oo .
@giuseppeafellay48554 жыл бұрын
@@Chyrosran22 Since the Pingmasters were released around the transition between Beam to Buckling springs (1981), I wouldn't be surprised if they had plans to release the Model E and the Model F around the same period. Given that the SKCCs are from the taller era, it could have possible that the Pingmasters were introduced as model Es, but again, just blind speculation from me.
@Chyrosran224 жыл бұрын
@@giuseppeafellay4855 The CBS patent dates from 1977; it was very likely that whatever E was, it was older than that.
@Daijyobanai4 жыл бұрын
This Commodore 64 review was really confusing.
@TheMilford3 жыл бұрын
I wish somebody would make some selectric/beamspring-style keycaps for the MX switches. They are absolutely delicious.
@Atrere4 жыл бұрын
Just imagine if all those taped off switchholes were fitted with functioning keys, good gravy.
@SonicBoone564 жыл бұрын
Did you hear that somebody is making modern beamspring switches?
trying to get hold of poxy beamsping but the coast oh boy ! love the videos btw
@foggofed91634 жыл бұрын
Absolutely CHONKY
@angelfoto47954 жыл бұрын
damn damn boi DAMN BOI HE THICC BOI THAT'S A THICC ASS BOI DAMN BA PAAA
@LaskyLabs9 ай бұрын
I wish I could get one of these for my Mom... I'm sure she'd love it.
@xchalibur774 жыл бұрын
The best keyboard yet
@nakulverma71484 жыл бұрын
That sounds even more DELICIOUS than my Kailh Box Navies. Comparisons? Please and thank you.
@RBLevin4 жыл бұрын
Imagine converting that to USB and then bringing it into the office.
@jacobhotaling89593 жыл бұрын
im doing this to my class at school iv got mine converted to work and its great
@williamlee04 жыл бұрын
Well, this is it, then. The ultimate keyboard.
@o_Domo4 жыл бұрын
I was just listening to the video on the background and holy mother of my beloved Jesus, I could honestly go to the Olympics by how much I jumped of my chair when that thing dropped down