My DREAM Everyday Custom Keyboard!

[@alpd9738]

$159! I thought this board would've been like at least $200.

[@Elkmor2]

You are bidding too low. The guy in another comment said that it should cost $500. Now you lose.

[@Twkeys]

The pbtfans crosshair is so beautiful i have order 1 set from shopee to put on my neo75 cu black can't wait !

[@tylerfrench4996]

TKD makes $500 boards at under $200 prices. My cycle 7 is literally my favorite board in my collection and I can’t recommend it enough.

[@nnones]

Same here mate! My C7, only with case foam and Kailh BCPs is a beast of a keyboard :)

[@tylerfrench4996]

@@nnones that’s so funny, I literally have a set of Kailh BCP’s being delivered in the next day or so. I’m really pumped to see how they will sound on this board!

[@nnones]

@@tylerfrench4996 I hope you'll love them as much as I do! They say switches is a personal thing, but this combo really makes me wanna type more and more...Sound and feel is top notch!! Looking forward for your feedback.

[@shiori8969]

If you own a tri-mode Cycle7, you know it's a disaster, DOA tri-mode toggle switches, unadaptable drivers. Whether it's the new PCBs that were promised to be sold, or the updates to the old firmware, it's like the whole team has disappeared, they do bring out new products like the cycle8, but they also act like the old things never happened! By the way, I think TKD's team decision making is so bad that they actually plan to sell PCBs of the new solution like under support of QMK/VIA after they delivered shitty PCBs instead of just compensating for it.

[@nnones]

@@shiori8969 I have read comments saying that there are problems with some pcbs. My C7 is wired only, with an extra db with circuit protection. Bought from Eloquent Clicks 1 month ago, I built it only with case foam for extra protection from pcb touching the case. Never had any problem and I really like it. This is my experience with this board, no complains so far. Too bad other people had faulty pcbs (read a lot about it in discord) and I agree with you that playing lottery when buying a kb is a bad thing. Mine was fine.

[@MarbsMusic]

Thoughts on this vs the Neo80? The Neo80 is a pretty stellar keyboard in every regard in my experience, just curious as to how this would top that?

[@samuelstewart7339]

Cycle8 is a step above the neo. Neo is still value king since you can get it on u.s. mechmarket for $130-160 shipped while this is gonna be 190-200 capped out at average config.If you have the extra money, cycle8. The ano on cycle is better too

[@xAlbo94]

The ano on my neo80 is pretty impeccable. Loving it so far! But definitely like the look of the cycle 7 over the neo 70

[@Ruler187]

I had the same question but after researching I went with the neo80 due to the variety of mounting configurations/sound profiles and couldn't be happier.

[@mattstone5067]

Just curious why do you prefer a Polycarbonate plate over FR4?

[@robertlucas3621]

They keyboard, what color is it???

[@listopad44]

How dark is the Crown color? If you compare it with a typical black ano keyboards of other manufacturers? Is it lighter like very dark grey or is it closer black? Thank you.

[@LewisToh]

its closer black!

[@Nuutt1]

What are the major differences between TDK Cycle 8 and Bridge 75? Both feel like good options for my first custom keyboard. Can't decide between em.

[@LewisToh]

major major differences? i would say build quality & layout

[@Nuutt1]

@@LewisToh what about the little differences?

[@LewisToh]

@Nuutt1 mounting styles, and weight? bridge is limited to 1 but cycle 8 has 2 mounting styles (so u can choose ur amount of flex), more plate options as well, the weight from the tkd gives it a “fuller” sound? and last but not least, cycle 8 is a kit, but bridge is pre assembled, i probably will say bridge75 if its ur first custom keyboard!

[@Nuutt1]

@@LewisToh thanks for the info!

[@Nuutt1]

@@LewisToh is bridge 75 available rn or do I have to wait in a group buy? I'm new to this so I'm unsure.

[@nadtz]

My 'endgame' is still a top mount TKL but I've been redoing my whole home office/homelab and picked up this and the Jris80 until something I really really want comes along, thanks for the review!

[@Luca-Sisto]

I wanted to buy this, but I missed the group buy, honestly why is buying my first custom board literally impossible! I have been looking for months, I want something like this quality, and have never found anything I want in stock.

[@humanbeingnotahumandoing1]

Hello Lewis and dear Friends of the Mechanical Keyboard Community: I've got a personal question: i wanted to buy my first mechanical keyboard and I am struggling in deciding between 2 keyboards: the bridge75 plus (which I could buy for around 150€ fully assembled and which currently is out of stock, so I would have to wait) or the cycle 8 that you are reviewing in this Video. (which I could buy for a bit less than 200€, obviously not fully assembled in a groupbuy, but would reach me probably in November) I've got problems to understand in pcb options the difference between wired hotswap and tri-mode hotswap regarding the cycle 8. And there is multiple weight options, where some cost more money, but I do not know if they really have a difference except for aestethics. I am sorry for the long question, but I wanted to ask likeminded people and I think it can help me to listen to others opinions. Thank you for reading up untill here and Have a great day :)

[@TM-zo1nz]

Bridge75 is like stock(custom) keyboard, they come assembled, no need to pay extra for keycaps and switches(unless you want to) Cycle 8 is like entry level price into the custom keyboard hobby. You need to pay extra for keycaps and switches. The weight options are mostly for aestethics. I'd recommend the Cycle 8 if you really want to dive into the custom keyboard community, yes, it'll cost a bit much, and you'll need to watch some videos to learn how to assemble it. But I think you'll enjoy Cycle8 more in the end.

[@humanbeingnotahumandoing1]

@@TM-zo1nz thank you for the answer, bought the cycle 8 in the end, even though it was 300€ with the options I chose. (base kit was like 200€)

[@TM-zo1nz]

@@humanbeingnotahumandoing1 Hope you'll like it, enjoy!

[@kerkOOO]

Why do I feel like this sounds thinner than cycle7? 🤔🤔 (also I'm not too fond of the fact this uses ribbon cable.)

[@metalskinn460]

Cycle 7 was already fairly thin, it was one of the reasons why I ended up selling the one I bought through group buy.

[@max-ef2sp]

Overhyped.. in order to keep prices down on the cycle8 they put more money into looks than sound, I was going to buy but watching videos and reading reviews of neo80 kbd8x and luminkey80 compared to the c8 made me reconsider

[@Callsign-Dingo-7]

Interesting, what colorway was this? It's hard to tell whether it was Crow Black or Metal Gray at times.

[@LewisToh]

crow!

[@Callsign-Dingo-7]

@@LewisToh Thanks for the follow-up, it is much appreciated.

[@haddixmarrero7535]

Do you recommend this for someone who has never built a keyboard?

[@kleinkalibar7486]

Absolutely, ball catch system makes those super easy to build.

[@haddixmarrero7535]

⁠@@kleinkalibar7486do you think it comes with instructions? Or is it pretty straight forward. Also I would need lube for the stabs and switches right?

[@kleinkalibar7486]

@@haddixmarrero7535 Usually customs don't come with instructions in the package but there are either online KZbin tutorials or step by step guides. I would always recommend having lube around. Dielectric grease for the stab wires and some Krytox. For switches you can start with decent prelubed ones like Gateron Milky Yellow Pro. I built plenty of custom keyboards so far and lubing switches is a pain in the ass/not very enjoyable. And there are plenty of decent prelubed options...

[@nadtz]

@@haddixmarrero7535 Depends on what switches you get, there are a lot of pretty good pre-lubed switches out there now a days, but yes you would want some lube for stabs.

[@crixslst2138]

@@haddixmarrero7535 For stabs yes, but for switches it depends on what you decide to get. There are so many options for good factory lubed switches that you can just get away with slapping them into your first board and not go through the lubing process, but in the end it comes down to personal preference.

[@AverageStudent1-l8m]

Neo80 or this? Worth to upgrade from neo80?

[@trippn1337]

no magnetic pogo on daughterboard, making it slightly a hassle if u plan on opening the keyboard often

[@v10__atmo]

cycle8 by faaaar

[@trippn1337]

@@AverageStudent1-l8m can also wait for qk80v2, personally i think qwertykeys just has phenomenal service and qc and with tkds cycle7 there were many issues w pcbs just not working

[@MarbsMusic]

I'm not a TKL guy as I prefer 75% but got the Neo80 months ago and it may be the best typing board I have ever used. This looks pretty fantastic but it would be really hard to be the Neo80 in regards to typing height, angle and ease of built at least for me.

[@v10__atmo]

@@MarbsMusic the problem with neo 70 and 80 is the sound of bottom alpha row and space bar, they are not as full

[@sanketss84]

is this the Cycle 8 Metal color ??

[@LewisToh]

crow!

[@sanketss84]

@@LewisToh thanks for clarifying.

[@teatea824]

i love thattt keeebbbbb .its so slick and elegantt.

[@TwilightTypingASMR]

03:23 Sound (to start sound without any pause in audio). 03:52 Sound (MOD) ??? Can't tell if this was just a comparison in sound, or a second mod because a few seconds later (different angle), it's different key caps) 03:56 Sound (MOD) Mod 2??? This was harder to listen to the different comparison at the very end. The different partial MODs for the different switches. I appreciate that these were shown, but it was harder to keep track of the changes and the sounds.

[@dav_nath]

witch one better for you? cycle8 or neo80?

[@Plaqueboycutie]

Most likely the cycle7

[@JustDrinkingCawfee]

What color is this bro?

[@ChewyTzuwee]

Hi, has anyone tried the HJS AL75? I can’t find much information about it online

[@0xBULLgogi]

This vs Vento80? Seems like general consensus is that the Cycle 7 also sounds better than the Cycle 8

[@garyharold3991]

maybe its the plate but the board sounds so muted

[@jalexanderc]

Your spacebar might sound weird because you built 6.25u which has a north facing spacebar, possibly causing interference

[@jammies701]

Nice vid mate

[@DonutKeebs]

Amazing review Which is your favorite color from the available options?

[@hocastiel1384]

next vid is either techbear tb8 or budget keeb roundup!!! (i hope)

[@Cedlad]

eyyyy, congrats 😍 always nice to know what your favorite keyboard KZbinr use as a daily keyboard 🤭🤭

[@Zakuisbak]

How would you address the metal pingy-ness that the board has coming from other reviewers?

[@not.lu777]

Amazing Video. I also just got a new keyboard and I don't ever think I am going to buy another as it is the AK820 from Ajazz.

[@shaunmaxwell2745]

I want all these keyboards but do not want to do a group buy :(

[@azku]

I’m waiting for 75%

[@1stkaiser]

i got my dream keyboard just yesterday too! (matrix corsa)

[@jerich08]

Sana all

[@gabrielsoh6621]

$159 in usd or sgd?

[@Onion3650]

Only the shell itself cost 249 sgd

[@cheepee5563]

i do wonder what the gateron ks3 mx black switches are lmao and why no 7u spacebar

[@MyAngelMahiru]

No knob tho :(

[@MuhammadFajrulUmam]

for WHAAT?

[@huffa8562]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppmpgHZ-g853psUsi=0eHj6B1oM8uxWh56&t=105 gave me a small heart attack with it sitting on a railing :D

[@namanienie123]

damn sick my personally your opinion is WRONG exploded 75% qwerty is best layout nah jk

[@mahiyosparkle9617]

damn am i the first?

[@YahooOfficials]

YES

[@namanienie123]

yeah i think so

[@rogerz1778]

Doesn’t sound very good

[@grantg9113]

Sound is subjective

[@wurf6104]

I disagree, this video really makes me want these switches. Imo I love how the keyboard sounds.

[@YahooOfficials]

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