IRL Keyboard store… Worth it? (ft.

We went to a IRL Custom Keyboard Store where we can pick parts on the spot and build it ON THE SPOT, all instock but it costs a little more, is that really worth it?
Afterwards, We had a challenge to spend the same amount of money we did at the store to determine how big of a difference it makes in terms of the parts you would get if you purchased them all online!
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[@lauhernsean6179]

i think most people would just walk in, try the keyboards and buy them online 🤣🤣🤣

[@LewisToh]

LOL

[@rindagnir1470]

HOW DO I BUY THE MW65

[@stanclips8227]

@@rindagnir1470 depends where you are. Shopee, Bangood, Amazon, taobao are the most common places to buy stuff like that

[@lauhernsean6179]

@@rindagnir1470 hmmm.....

[@bajafishtaco]

@@rindagnir1470 i have a mw65 kit that i didn't build. If you want to buy it? I'm in the United States

[@supahas3821]

I think one benefit to real stores is the ability to jump past shipping fees 👌🏽

[@LewisToh]

yes

[@alphnx]

but they normally charge more

[@JojoDigitalArtist]

@@alphnx Probably not as much as shipping but that would depend on where you live.

[@deasesebago]

and shipping times

[@viktigboy1976]

nah. the shop has to order it somewhere, and they pay shipping fees too, so thats included in the price obv so they can make profit… 😂

[@Amiro05]

its unbelievably cool that brick and mortar keyboard stores are a thing now, great video lewis, its actually really really cool to see

[@LewisToh]

ayy thanks

[@lolmaster_gaming]

ye nice vid

[@ivegyattocomment]

i love how you mentioned marked up price in the beginning because the average new joe wouldn't know prices

[@LewisToh]

yes

[@ameleaves]

i’ve been to this exact keyboard store before, the guy who helped me out was super nice and we chatted for quite a while. i think really even though the prices may be a little bit higher you’re still paying for the experience of coming here rather than the items itself. i found it worth it because i could talk to other keyboard enthusiasts and test out keyboards instead of coming here just to buy something. so worth it. 10/10

[@Matthew_MBG]

whats it called?

[@Ari-es3sc]

bought a prebuilt from them at the recent IT show for a pretty good price so i could use the base. i think the fact that its so convenient and u can actually check out the product and feel it plays a big part, less risk compared to online. didnt buy a custom from them cus i dont like their switches and keycaps LOL. ngl was gonna say you guys were kinda biased during the store trip but in the end you summarised the reasons why beginners would find it so useful (even with the markup) perfectly. keep up the great videos!

[@LewisToh]

appreciate the feedback

[@nick.utdaep]

What’s the store name?

[@Kim-yk2md]

i just went to mash (the store in the vid) yesterday (friday) and they were having a big sale, for example 232sgd for kbd67 lite/tiger80 lite AND comes with switches and keycaps. also comes with a accessory kit.

[@chronosagenyt2620]

Additional info about the store, I did ask them before about their variety and why they didn’t have like the common and popular switches and/or the boards and they told me that these companies wouldn’t want to collaborate with them or like give them stock to sell to others cause they just didn’t find it beneficial. So I guess it’s mainly aimed at beginners they even say it themselves that their mission is just to get more ppl into custom keyboard, maybe not for professionals(although I have personally built 6 keyboards from all the parts I bought in their store) though it’s for my friends and since you can test out the switches and key caps combo and all.

[@J7T800]

There's so many sound tests, reviews, and build guides everywhere on YT, but you lack the interaction factor in real time. Asking for advice on what to get and immediately getting an answer is what makes physical stores worthwhile. Cost to convenience value is debatable, especially for those deep into the hobby, but it's a good outlet for those starting out. No sponsorship/affiliation to the store means no names mentioned. That's class.

[@LewisToh]

correct

[@zuhayrrz]

idea and place is great. i went on vacation to singapore and decided on the perfect keyboard beforehand to buy. Turns out they didnt have the board, switch or keycaps that i wanted in stock. I settled on another board, switch and keycap. After having to spend an extra $100 than i wanted, it turned out they dont accept credit card payment. Quality of the keyboard is great and everything works perfectly. its just better to order it online, everything is in stock on their website.

[@uxiii9537]

I think idea of that kind of shop is amazing! Imagine if you could hire tools/lubing stations, you could also buy lube in smaller batches for a reasonable price (since online small tubes of lube are not that great priced compared to bigger ones) There is also a way to test new switches without shipping fees and waiting time. Imagine keyboard building service, stabilizer tuning, being able to get custon cut foams depending on your keyboard and many more things! They could even have spray painting service! If the shop was popular imagine if keyboard companies were donating their keyboards as samples for store clients! It would bring a lot more pepole into the hobby and many more things! The possibilites are limitless!!!

[@LewisToh]

agreed

[@Abyss0206]

One of the best colabs!!! I really enjoy what you both bring to the keyboard community

[@LewisToh]

ayyy

[@justinli826]

Mecha Store is another option actually, they might be better so if you guys checked them out that might give SG peeps more options too. I have never gotten a build done with them (because I don't believe it's custom unless I do it myself) but you can pay them to do the build for you.

[@hope2673]

It’s seriously surprising to see stores like this i really never thought I’d see a real place like this

[@LewisToh]

it’s interesting

[@JaLLY77]

Recently bought tofu65 kit from kbdfans. Built it myself use akko cs rose reds, case foam and pcb foam. Got Durock stabs. Build turned out so good for my first build and really satisfied. Although total cost was about 370~380 sgd 💸💸💸

[@LewisToh]

nice!

[@skypsyco916]

those keycaps look really nice, is there a link to where you got them from? the closest i can find are pbtfans simple base kit and they are $120 ;-;

[@Trinidadsworld]

I would love to open a store like this in my area.

[@LewisToh]

ooo

[@jotsa]

whats your area

[@Trinidadsworld]

@@jotsa Connecticut.

[@michahkim228]

@@Trinidadsworld oh im sorry for you, must be hard living in connecticut

[@Trinidadsworld]

@@michahkim228 lmao what makes you say that?

[@Shinysstar]

Honestly mash is a great store for beginners, they let you try different birds with different switches and mounting style to find out what you like

[@LewisToh]

what store?

[@J7T800]

Nah, you have to try the local pet store near my area. They let you try out different keyboards with different cages and various feeds to nail exactly what you're looking for.

[@SoraLanguish]

@@LewisTohmash

[@jl25735]

Physical Store: You can TRY stuff and combinations. You get your stuff RIGHT AWAY Online Store: Cheaper, You can order whatever you want as long as it is available. Cons: Physical Store: More expensive, sometimes the employees don't really care about helping you Online store: You must wait a lot, sometimes customs go crazy and you end up paying way more than expected, some stores provide limited customer support

[@Bayofthe91st]

Really wanted to have this kind of physical store convenience in my place that has build demo and zero shipping fees but this is definitely fell into luxury boutiqe-level of store existence

[@MarbsMusic]

It would be cool but in the US it would only work in very big cities, it's like building a computer as well. So many places now are having issues financially because people test them then go home and order for a cheaper price. Would definitely be a great place to visit though and get to try out different keyboards! Great video!

[@extremelyfoggy]

I live in Singapore, I might have seen you walking on Bendemeer Road or something

[@tcc5750]

Hey Lewis, which was the blue board from the store? I really liked its looks along with the board on the GB. Would obviously need to lube and film the switches though and foam mod though.

[@jetfuview]

I wish there is a shop like this in my area, but than again, I will go broke 😁. I do agree that there are way more options and flexibility online, however, the convenience of a brick and mortar store (for any product) is always great to have. Thank you for a great video.

[@LewisToh]

ayy thanks for watching

[@DBYT]

Great video Lewis! Same with you squashy! I think that that keyboard does not sound worth it…

[@LewisToh]

xd

[@Skuge_]

its probably not lubed

[@axelris]

Same with everything else Physical store = higher prices however In person customer service (guidance, building and suggestions), demo and easier refund policy / exchange ‘ warranty etc.

[@kimitongio]

I wish I knew about this place before I made my first custom keyboard, from squashy boy’s video they looked really helpful such a good place for beginners to make their first keyboard, if this is in Singapore where is it I want to go there sometime soon!

[@mr.guillotine3766]

This was a fun video. I'm new to the whole keyboard scene (well, like a few months ago is when I finally got a cheap mechanical of my own...I'm poor, so these are all just way out of my budget) so new to watching these vids. So far, I've been enjoying your vids. IMO both of your boards sounded really good. I don't know if I have like a favorite sound though, I sort of like them all, but that might just be because I've just recently stopped using horrible membrane boards, so to me, even the worst mechanical boards sound so much better lol.

[@loahs7078]

do you mind telling me the shelf on the in the background at the intro?

[@LewisToh]

its called skadis by ikea

[@loahs7078]

@@LewisToh ty!

[@allainangcao28]

Lewis: We snuck into the building Worker: Are you Compressed Male and Loose Toes?

[@LewisToh]

yes

[@DebopriyoBasu]

1:48 I was recently searching for the best linear thocky switches, and I got to know about Boba LT. I cancelled the milky yellow order. This makes me rethink if I did the right thing or not. 😢

[@kiboshinji1203]

damn, when were we got store like that in Indonesia.... i hope somebody open up a mech-keeb dedicated store like that too in my country 😭 anw great video as always, Lewis!

[@LewisToh]

thankkkkk

[@YamahaYZFR-pb8bn]

What about Tenjin Scrollworks?

[@nymowo]

"hello" "hi" "are you squashyboy?" edit: Last time I went there some time last year, they also have a $10 discount for every $100 purchase, I think it's just like that all the time. You were also saying how it's more expensive at the IRL store, but it was actually cheaper than me buying it online in Indo, maybe import fees ._. Cool video though. Even if it's more expensive I still think that it's a good idea if you're going to the store for the first time building a keyboard, testing out everything is just way better than looking at reviews and sound tests. I feel like MASH lack options on kits though.

[@LewisToh]

oh shit

[@oopsitsdeleted6996]

Ngl I think Mecha store is still better, they're less popular and hard af to get to but they still have some really exotic boards and not just in stock boards.

[@LewisToh]

no comment

[@allxlucks7835]

What place is that?

[@notDmanTV]

those places looks super dope for beginners.

[@shadowvampwolf]

i year late to post this but. went to the same place so i oculd test out all the boards. complete newbie so didnt know what i liked. it was very helpful. only annoying thing is the shop is out of the way haha. but go there so u have a bench mark when watching videos is a good thing

[@aniocean6213]

But you do have to pay shipping online, and like to some places like where I’m from it’s like 80usd shipping fees for like everything keyboard related

[@LewisToh]

truuu

[@pkl64]

I also went to a irl custom keyboard shop in japan but your shop looks better woww

[@LewisToh]

nice

[@YaBoyJon]

Where is this?

[@xizoxx-]

Does the akko cream blue switches fit in the epomaker 3068b plus keyboard I need to know 😅

[@LewisToh]

yes

[@xizoxx-]

tysm

[@xizoxx-]

so the akko cream blue v3 switches fit

[@Pr4sTiG3]

i got a tester 68 from your taobao video and never regretted it i even got the same keycaps

[@LewisToh]

lets gooo

[@Pr4sTiG3]

@@LewisToh yeahhh i got the gateron pro yellows instead

[@justez3648]

Are their any of these stores in America ?

[@jomio4682]

the board is mad beautifull

[@fatelaz5498]

I didn’t know SG have this kind of store

[@ukoo]

keep up the good work!

[@LewisToh]

my guy

[@nmptjpks]

Mash store baby!

[@LewisToh]

blank

[@jeollim]

what glass colour did you get for the tkl?

[@LewisToh]

lilac!

[@jondajeep6373]

What were the keycaps in the keychron q1?

[@DestroyTheVoid]

What is the store name? Is it in America? I'm asking because I am a new fan lol.

[@_ExTitus]

trying something before you buy it can save you quite a bit of money in this hobby

[@LewisToh]

ye

[@capt.keykaps8865]

What is the specs of squashyboys keyboard? The akko one

[@LewisToh]

hes vid will be up soon

[@MightyRaph]

is that black on white keycaps?

[@LewisToh]

yeap

[@MightyRaph]

@@LewisToh btw would wanna check what keycaps will look good on blue frame? using qk65 blue btw

[@anotherrandomchannel5206]

damn this video was good keep up the good work Lewis!!!!!!

[@LewisToh]

thanks man

[@7yxc]

Man I need a store like this near me 😂

[@zack4876]

wheres @squashyboy video on his keyboard on the video?

[@huyphan1816]

Banger videos as usual ❤‍🔥❤‍🔥

[@LewisToh]

ayy

[@lolmaster_gaming]

where is the store

[@jonnysimps]

You should try something called the noir z1 and z2

[@fuzzynine]

🤔 you did not support the hotswap sockets from behind 😲 Outlaws4Life!

[@LewisToh]

oh no

[@Hit_D_Kids]

what is the store called?

[@LewisToh]

idk

[@qihengfoo958]

I never thought of building a keyboard irl store, thought it will cost a lot more, but I think it's worth the price for a beginner to learn the basic Btw plz make a review on the rk h81

[@jimmybilly5330]

I’m a bit confused I’ve watched squashy boys video and yours and he said the keyboard was 200 something dollars and this video said 300 something

[@LewisToh]

mine was in SGD hes was USD

[@jimmybilly5330]

Oh thank you

[@driftking201o7]

I'm genuinely surprised, lewis got recognized

[@LewisToh]

honestly same

[@Oxy9696]

Hi Lewis! Could you provide Squashy's keeb details?

[@LewisToh]

he will be posting his side soon!

[@keaganwong]

Would defo love to work at *blank* cos I wanna work in an industry of my favourite hobby.

[@Labiz1]

Can u try akko wine red ?

[@LewisToh]

no

[@BedHeist-YT]

What’s the store called

[@kateberlyy]

Ehhhh I think if you’re building a keyboard in Singapore it might be better to go to Mecha instead to try out switches and look for boards. I find that the switch options that Mash offers is kinda…meh

[@kateberlyy]

Also they use GMK clones

[@xju303]

mash is epic place, sadly doesnt sell plates tho

[@dylanangkw]

Mash is honestly such a good place for keyboards so I also recommend it for anyone wanting to start custom keyboards

[@LewisToh]

BLANK

[@Kofrosh]

Buying keyboards from stores has changed man I remember when all there was all just razor and big gaming over priced gaming brand keyboards but now you can actually get a pretty good custom from buying at stores

[@LewisToh]

same man, leopolds and ducky

[@husainyard]

You missed to put both of the keyboards sound test. Nice video tho, Lewis.

[@LewisToh]

oopsies

[@domiyy]

no we clearly are not squashy boy and lewis toh real legit no cap frfr

[@LewisToh]

yeah dude

[@ukenzi]

Should've brought me instead, straight up beginner who only watches videos and has no board of his own 😂

[@S0M7HING-N00BYU]

Ngl lewis [REDACTED] store was better than i thought

[@LewisToh]

lmao

[@MorisB]

Niice! Great vid btw!

[@LewisToh]

thanks man

[@aldengoh]

Pls do an ASMR sound test for squashy’s keyboard and urs !! Would love to see it

[@PhAlovechallenge]

i prefer IRL store for the warranty but it is more expensive tho

[@richardbrady1849]

I think the PE foam sounds incredible why would ever not use it other than the compare the base sounds of the board. But even then, I think it would be better to compare all boards with PE foam since it's such an impactful and easy mod. I don't see how it's any more of a cheat than using case foam, plate foam, or pcb foam.

[@LewisToh]

TRUE

[@aloytan8391]

It's mash guys it's mash that is where they biuld their blue keyboar so if u guys where curious where they biuld there's its mash

[@蛇王-y9b]

some youtubers : are you lewis tu or toe ?

[@LewisToh]

toe

[@itzghoul1261]

Nice vid

[@LewisToh]

thank you

[@_neddy_teddy_8048]

I would love this

[@bruh-421]

"squashy braces"

[@LewisToh]

lmaoo

[@DirtyGingy]

Is there a reason why you guys won't name Mecha?

[@chrom1est]

Bcz this isn't?

[@keebsnetic]

MASH lmaoo

[@isaiahsee7751]

yo its baldman lewis, eh nvm he got hair alr

[@creach34]

I wish you would do a budget 1800 or fullsize. For poeple that work from home need the num pat or people the perfer that set up. I perfer 1800 there is not a lot of good youtubers that give any atttention to the custom in sizes bigger then tkl.

[@user-qz2ou2mm3w]

I enjoy

[@LewisToh]

nice

[@SweeperFilms]

very epic vid

[@LewisToh]

thanks man

[@JayDOVA]

good video 👍

[@LewisToh]

thank u

[@gabrielrostam2831]

Keycaps?

[@PressPlayid]

this looks like our SHIRAKAWA keycaps that we designed and released in June/July 2021, but the one in the video appears to be a clone version (and for double the price at that) 😢

[@Lordofwarz]

Is this a MASH advertisement

[@LewisToh]

B L A N K

[@xdark2101]

when the no pe foam :(

[@LewisToh]

sadge

[@Soz_uhSaum]

I would just test every keyboard and leave

[@LewisToh]

lmaoooo

[@lokmaha767]

I planned to order one but you have one so maybe you can gibe me yours when i go there bbg lewis 🥺🥺

[@LewisToh]

its a prize

[@lokmaha767]

@@LewisToh tell me how to get in

[@lokmaha767]

@@LewisToh i want the price ehhehee

[@pigdaniel]

2:24 I have this keycap set at home 69$? I got them for 35€, scam

[@LewisToh]

nice

[@paulnarag]

epic video bois

[@LewisToh]

ayy thanks

[@mexiledOW]

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[@LewisToh]

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