How would you say swapping to non-flex cut PCB & Plate changed the sound? I see people taping the flex cuts on the Tofu 2.0. So I wanted to know what’s so “bad” about it (bad is a strong word).
I have also tested the default plate and PCB that came with the Tofu's package, and I must say they are not that "bad". The PCB, for instance, only has 2 flex cuts, so applying tape to them doesn't really affect the overall sound. When you mentioned the Tofu being "bad" here, I thought it could also be referred to as a somewhat "thin" sound. While I may not be an expert in describing sounds, I could explain that the term "thin" sound refers to a smaller, higher frequency sound produced when the sound escapes through flex cuts. Considering the price of the Tofu60, which is an entry-level keyboard, this characteristic is perfectly acceptable. In fact, it sounds much better compared to other entry-level keyboards I have tried foamless (which surprised me). To mitigate this issue, one can opt for long-poled switches or loud switches like Zaku or Neon instead of Nixies, Mx black, or Vintage black, which require specific configurations to produce good sound. However, more discerning users may notice that this "thin" sound quality might make it slightly challenging to fully appreciate the unique sound characteristics of the switches of a well-designed board would bring (well-rounded and clear sound). That's why I believe that the 1.6mm PCB and non-flex plate are the better alternatives compared to the original option provided by KBDfans. In conclusion, imo the Tofu60 2.0 is a well-rounded keyboard in its category, and with some minor adjustments to the PCB thickness and the number of flex cuts in the plate, it has the potential to achieve even higher quality in a higher class of keyboard. Very interesting topic btw. Hope that would help 😊
@@nighayang1909 I did not expect such an elaborate reply. Thank you for taking the time and effort to explain. I've been into mechanical keyboards for a while now but it's my first time having a keyboard with a flex-cut PCB. I'm still exploring whether I like it or not. Right now I have a Tofu65 2.0 with some Gateron Baby Kangaroos on the most flexy configuration I could get. After a while I might switch to my Alu plate to see the difference in sound of a "stiff" configuration
I used the zed60 from Mechlovin: mechlovin.studio/products/mechlovin-zed60-unikorn-compatible-pcb. You might need a slightly longer JST connector to match it also, no need to change the daughterboard.
How would you say swapping to non-flex cut PCB & Plate changed the sound?
I see people taping the flex cuts on the Tofu 2.0. So I wanted to know what’s so “bad” about it (bad is a strong word).
I have also tested the default plate and PCB that came with the Tofu's package, and I must say they are not that "bad". The PCB, for instance, only has 2 flex cuts, so applying tape to them doesn't really affect the overall sound. When you mentioned the Tofu being "bad" here, I thought it could also be referred to as a somewhat "thin" sound. While I may not be an expert in describing sounds, I could explain that the term "thin" sound refers to a smaller, higher frequency sound produced when the sound escapes through flex cuts. Considering the price of the Tofu60, which is an entry-level keyboard, this characteristic is perfectly acceptable. In fact, it sounds much better compared to other entry-level keyboards I have tried foamless (which surprised me).
To mitigate this issue, one can opt for long-poled switches or loud switches like Zaku or Neon instead of Nixies, Mx black, or Vintage black, which require specific configurations to produce good sound. However, more discerning users may notice that this "thin" sound quality might make it slightly challenging to fully appreciate the unique sound characteristics of the switches of a well-designed board would bring (well-rounded and clear sound). That's why I believe that the 1.6mm PCB and non-flex plate are the better alternatives compared to the original option provided by KBDfans.
In conclusion, imo the Tofu60 2.0 is a well-rounded keyboard in its category, and with some minor adjustments to the PCB thickness and the number of flex cuts in the plate, it has the potential to achieve even higher quality in a higher class of keyboard.
Very interesting topic btw. Hope that would help 😊
@@nighayang1909 I did not expect such an elaborate reply. Thank you for taking the time and effort to explain. I've been into mechanical keyboards for a while now but it's my first time having a keyboard with a flex-cut PCB. I'm still exploring whether I like it or not. Right now I have a Tofu65 2.0 with some Gateron Baby Kangaroos on the most flexy configuration I could get. After a while I might switch to my Alu plate to see the difference in sound of a "stiff" configuration
@@nighayang1909 hi, where did you purchase the non-flex cut pcb? Or did you made it yourself?
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I used the zed60 from Mechlovin: mechlovin.studio/products/mechlovin-zed60-unikorn-compatible-pcb
@@nighayang1909 Thanks! Btw do you have DC, I might need your advices when building mine, if you don't mind :D
How niceeee
Aha! Certainly will try using the 1.6mm pcb.
Where did you get the 1.6 pcb from?
Link?
mechlovin.studio/collections/pcb
Which 1.6 PCB did you use? Did you have to change the daughterboard as well?
I used the zed60 from Mechlovin: mechlovin.studio/products/mechlovin-zed60-unikorn-compatible-pcb. You might need a slightly longer JST connector to match it also, no need to change the daughterboard.
@@nighayang1909 awesome man. Was holding off on it due to the flex cut pcb
@@mjpty I used an alu plate for my Tofu 2.0 and it didn’t sound very thin, I think with some louder switches it can sound fairly loud
@@polynotgone8349 indeed, I tried Neon and it is insanely good 👌
@@nighayang1909 hello, do u know, i want to use this keeb with pcbs like instant60, will it compatible?
hi thanks for the video, I added you on discord as I have some questions to ask about the pcb, hope you don't mind!