Alu vs Brass vs FR4 vs POM vs Polycarbonate Plate (Linear)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
0:00 - Intro
1:40 - Test Setup
2:28 - Sound Test
5:55 - Thoughts and comments on plate comparisons
6:52 - Outro
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ABOUT THIS VIDEO
Part 1 out of 2 videos. Using the Mode Eighty TKL hot swappable keyboard for comparing different plates using the Mode Reflex linear switches. I will be discussing the feel and sounds using my own personal experience. Please note that everyone’s experience and preferences will be different.
Comparisons include - FR4 plate vs POM plate vs PC plate vs brass plate vs aluminum plate.
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@oliviayip5986 3 года назад

5:25 alum typing 5:32 Fr4 typing 5:37 PC typing 5:44 Brass typing 5:50 POM typing (putting these down so I can quickly hear which one i like)

@gameboyv1790 8 месяцев назад

Thanks

@11twasntm33 7 месяцев назад

Life saver

@SenorSaki 3 года назад

Fantastic video! Thanks for the comparison. I've been hunting for FR4 vs PC everywhere and your video helped me decide to go with the FR4. I'll be looking out for your future videos keep up the good work!

@haurjie 3 года назад

I'm so happy this video is getting noticed by more people... All 12 hours of my bloody fingers is actually providing value to the custom keeb peeps lol. Thank you!

@deceam208 3 года назад

This deserves a like based on the effort alone, the info is just icing on the cake

@198Immortal 3 года назад

The effort put into this video, my god

@haurjie 3 года назад

Thank you :)

@198Immortal 3 года назад

@@haurjie also, some constructive feedback! It would be nice for maybe a sound warning after the typing test and slowly transition into the dialogue as your voice shocked me. Nothing wrong with your voice though haha

@aeidein 3 года назад

Agreed, this is great, thanks for the amazing reference! One suggestion is for more tags/bookmarks for quickly switching between comparisons.

@xornedge8204 2 года назад

I nearly didn’t click on it because the thumbnail looked way too simple but I’m glad I did. Quick and easy.

@GoldenKingedit 3 года назад

Thank you for putting so much effort into this video. It helped me make a smart decision for my next entry into a GB!

@drumdover 3 года назад

This was amazing, well done. I was just told about FR4 today which led me here. Your explanation regarding why you’ll be using certain plates in the future helps me out a lot as well. Overall, thank you for the effort and help this brings everyone.

@diags_1109 3 года назад

This is the best sound comparison that I have heard thank you so much.

@riturajdas 3 года назад

Exactly the video I was looking for! Thank you, kind sir.

@astralzach8595 3 года назад

ive been looking for a video comparing pom plates for a while. thx man

@sheilazhou3335 3 года назад

Thank you so much for doing all the hard work! Cannot image the effort into this video. Thumbs up!!!

@deepsp_ce 3 года назад

this hobby is treacherous for those who are OCD or have anxiety or have any level of perfectionism. just deciding which kind of plate i prefer the sound and feel of is killing meeeee 😂 nice video bro 👍🏻👍🏻

@haurjie 3 года назад

I have a new plates comparison video coming out end of next month when my stuff delivers. It will include two plates that weren't in this lineup (copper and carbon fiber)

@takeagalbythehand Год назад

Late reply but I feel seen 😂

@deepsp_ce Год назад

@takeagalbythehand one year later and i am still shook trying to decide what combination of foams and stabilizer mods i like the best 🫠

@kyrieeleison3355 Год назад

@@deepsp_ce I FEEL YOOOUUUU! I’ve been trying to figure out what would work best on my next keeb, and choosing plates makes me want to dissolve 💀

@itoro22 3 месяца назад

Soooo true! I’m still struggling to decide which plate I want for the QK65 v2 Classic since they are having a sale till the 22nd this month. I’m doing some serious research on these plates. I’m thinking of either going with PC or POM. It’s looking like PC for me because the Cidoo V65 has the PC plate and I love the sound of my Cidoo V65. The struggle is real out here for us. Help us Lord! 😫😫 Lol 😂

@7upgamerbr 3 года назад

Bro you are a hero for putting this all together in a video! Great job, you helped me a lot!!

@haurjie 3 года назад

There's an updated version of this coming up next month. Will include carbon fiber and copper plates

@spidermain 3 года назад

Keep in mind that you might have plate preferences for each switch. There are popular switch plate combos like JWK on FR4, Inks on POM and MX Blacks on aluminium.

@haurjie 3 года назад

Oh this is very useful info for me. Thank you!

@delook983 3 года назад

This is good to know because im looking for a new plate for my Alpacas

@robertorgg137 2 года назад

@@delook983 what is better, alpacas or gatheron yellow? What is the best plate for alpacas? I’m a noob lol

@user-maemmaemmaem 2 года назад

@@robertorgg137 There really isn't any "better" switch, since everything is preference in this hobby. But IMO, I think Alpacas are pretty good because I like clackier switches. Even so, I do still think that Gateron yellows are a damn good deal for the money, given that you lube them yourself.

@robertorgg137 2 года назад

@@user-maemmaemmaem I bought GMMK PRO and prevail epsilon XD... wish me luck, still on shipping

@ALCook-gc2jt 2 года назад

I'm building my first ever custom and this helps *immensely* with regards to narrowing down plate materials on a budget, since I can't possibly afford to test everything myself. Many thanks to your sore fingers; your thoroughness is greatly appreciated by this newbie!

@haurjie 2 года назад

You're welcome! By the way, how did you bold the text on RU-vid comments?! (Immensely)

@ALCook-gc2jt 2 года назад

@@haurjie Ha! I didn’t even realize formatting comments was possible on YT! I put asterisks around it and apparently that did the trick.

@hadifelani 2 года назад

@@haurjie put these in between (before and after) the word or sentences; asterisks for bold text, underscores for underlined text, and hyphens for striketroughs 😁

@SolaireML 2 года назад

Liked, thanks for all the work man!

@nici9376 3 года назад

0 Dislikes, no bullshit, straight to the point, timestamps. The video couldn't be better!

@ongkyprasetyo2209 3 года назад

That POM sounds nice :D

@OGNaiveoldman 3 года назад

Damn, thank you for your sacrifice good sir.

@gainsborough25 3 года назад

absolutely legend for doing this. Thanks, mate.

@haurjie 3 года назад

Very welcome!

@LiquidXiron 2 года назад

Outstanding comparison, many thanks.

@V4V6 3 года назад

and thanks for doing all that hard work we appreciate it

@raydominiqueterre7462 3 года назад

Subbed for the effort and quality! Very insightful video

@haurjie 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@hadifelani 2 года назад

Nice video! This really helps. Completely appreciate your huge efforts to made this video happen. So, is it safe to assume if I tend to change the switches of my keyboards quite often it's better to use alloy plates because it causes me less hassle when doing so compared to the more flexible pc or pom plates?

@its_maxbro 3 года назад

Liked and subbed off of pure effort. What an absolute giga-chad.

@andrewycl 2 года назад

Thank you for your work sir. Keep it up!

@algebutter Год назад

This was awesome and so helpful Thanks! :)

@hikki6478 3 года назад

Appreciate this more than you know 💯

@mistyblu4485 2 года назад

Thanks for working on this. I going to go with either Alu or FR4. I'm building my first keyboard already have the keycaps just going to do my first group buy for a keyboard and need to make that final choice. Thanks again!

@haurjie 2 года назад

Thank you! and awesome, welcome to the club hahah

@eliasvaly2273 3 года назад

5:25 for alu typing. 5:50 for POM typing

@reignclouds5155 2 года назад

Yooo, I appreciate your work and videos you've put up. I was wondering if you could do an ANSI vs ANSI Half sound comparison

@3ric908 2 года назад

Thank you very much ! 👍🏻 I now know it’ll be brass for sure.

@nissan_skyline 5 месяцев назад

Thank you for this comparison. I'm pre-ordering the Nuphy Gem80, which will come with an Fr4 plate, but they give you the option to purchase additional plates, and I couldn't decide on which one.

@tytylerclae 3 года назад

Thank you for this!

@nvsn 3 года назад

Whoa, just what I was looking for

@j___7052 2 года назад

Huge effort! You deserve more subs sir

@haurjie 2 года назад

Thank you! ❤️

@dinocavallone666 Год назад

Ah! Thank you for the explanation!

@mnap1595 Год назад

Thanks for sharing this comparison. I don't think I've ever seen someone press the space bar with their pointer fingers while typing.

@tommyleeinspector 2 года назад

This video needs more views, I link it to anyone who has questions on sound profiles for Pcb plates

@radbradmtb6915 8 месяцев назад

Great video! It's funny.. I'm the total opposite in general. I've typed on alu/brass a good few times and always find the feel too harsh and the sound too high-pitched. POM is my absolute favorite as I just love the plush feel and deep thock/thud sound.

@golfmaster7 2 года назад

Wow. What a hero! Thank you for this video :))

@haurjie 2 года назад

You're welcome :)

@mdtaylor2274 3 года назад

Not all heroes wear capes. Awesome video!

@milo4is 2 года назад

you deserved a like and subscribe for the effort

@CutiePieKindom 3 года назад

thanks so much for this!!

@haurjie 3 года назад

You are welcome!

@godofchaoskhorne5043 3 года назад

So I'm using an FR4 plate with black ink V2. But I feel like the sound is very muted. It feels fine weirdly super rigid while also feeling super soft to bottom out, without any flex in the plate. I like it but also wonder if I'd like a harder more tactile bottom out. And although it's nice that it's not too loud I do feel like I probably would prefer a slightly thicker and thockier sound. I can get a brass one but I'm not sure if I want to spend the money esp considering the fact that the case is already very think aluminium.and a brass plate will likely completely destroy my Bluetooth signal..and the Bluetooth is very important to me.

@leonardodicaprio2311 3 года назад

Thank you very much! Helped me out a lot

@farmeunit 12 дней назад

Thanks for tip on installing switches into PC plate first. I just got a Hi75 and found this out hard way.

@m4nc1n1 Год назад

Thank you for this

@RR-ss1tj 2 года назад

sound wise FR4 sounds the best. I was really interested in POM and PC because of flexibility and best typing experience. for me typing experience is #1, then sound.

@ohwell5761 2 года назад

Which plate makes poppy clack sound better between Fr4 and PC plate in your opinion? Planning to use it for my sun68 using penyus switches. Based on video PC seems to be more poppy / clacky.

@poppygin4807 3 года назад

Thank you so much for your sacrifice LOL Subbed!

@haurjie 3 года назад

Thank you so much for the support! I'm actually surprised how many people have said this was helpful hahah

@poppygin4807 3 года назад

@@haurjie You have no idea how helpful this is to many people, specifically the one that bought a mode80 like me and you. Side by side comparison like this video allows people to contrast and not just listen for the ASMR bliss. We can't always compare video sound test to IRL sound, but we can always compare/contrast the configurations within the same recording setup.

@massa6784 2 года назад

Thank you!

@ilpastor 5 месяцев назад

Thanks, I like FR4 the most

@rainny767 3 года назад

you’re a legend

@snoozleblob 3 года назад

Dat POM though. Whoa. But also liking the sound of alu. Hmmmmm. Tough choice.

@germophobic5407 3 года назад

looking for this pom is my fav

@DabFiend710 3 года назад

Thumbs up because mine hurt so bad after making two boards in one day, I cant imagine yours lol.

@samdeur 8 месяцев назад

thanks for the vid..

@PapermuleFX 3 года назад

There's a reason why this has 0 dislikes...

@haurjie 3 года назад

My fingers, blood, sweat and tears were not in vain... XD

@weatheringwithme5584 3 года назад

Whoever disliked this don’t appreciate anything

@onion_____ 3 года назад

6 now

@PapermuleFX 3 года назад

@@onion_____ ): how could u dislike this video Edit: I know you didn’t but some people did

@xornedge8204 2 года назад

@@PapermuleFX sad ppl thinking it’s funny to mock other people’s efforts even if those efforts directly benefit their research.

@Nga_Babaye 3 года назад

I can only hear small differences between FR4/POM/PC. However PC sounds closer to brass and FR4 and POM sound closer to Aluminum, imo, though the differences and subtle. Of course, aluminum and brass differences are obvious.

@Someone-ig8ct 3 года назад

Maybe other types of switches can be added to make the comparisons even more in-depth. Still a good video tho!

@cliptch978 2 года назад

Its all about preference, i read most of the comments , and everyone of them have different likes. So what ever you have just use it and enjoy

@peigen7151 6 месяцев назад

Does anyone know how the flex varies with these different materials? I would assume aluminium has the least amount of flex, but how about the others? I am considering a Monsgeek M3 build and there is no aluminium board available, I am looking for less flex.

@gez9145 Год назад

great comparison! i share your feelings on pom and pc - i feel they lose some of the 'musicality', for want of a better word, of the others

@alpacamale2909 13 дней назад

FR4 sounds amazing.

@GuyManley 3 дня назад

Hey thanks, this was very helpful. Also damn, you looking swole.

@abdulalsherif8211 3 года назад

Despite anything... anything man, your efforts for doing this type of video is just priceless.

@Halfstepdwn 3 года назад

The FR4 slapsssss!

@badlilstang 2 года назад

The PC sounded good to me... is the PC softer? I have aluminum and it feels like hitting a brick wall on bottomout

@norfayoga 3 года назад

i'm using tofu60 with brass plate (tray mount) is so not satisfying when using linear switches (no flexing 😅) maybe if i'm using gasket mount was different

@thatUtsavRatti Год назад

I may have missed it but did you use any sort of foams in your build?

@sabrinav 2 года назад

LOL @ the soldered board. This video would have been a torture.

@yanhuan1 3 года назад

Thanks you help me a lot. By the way what do you think about mode65? I wanna build a 65% keyboard around $300. My first choice comes to Vega, but I'm not sure when it will have next GB. So maybe I need to have an alternate option, can you give me some options? I only care about the typing experience and sound.

@denamous9185 3 года назад

Thank you for your service o7

@haurjie 3 года назад

I'm going to do more of these... or at least comparisons of equal magnitude in terms of effort. But this time around, I'm going to do it on a 65% or 60% lol. Will be a bit easier

@palermus20 3 года назад

those glasses are CLEAN

@haurjie 3 года назад

Thanks hahaha

@lethanhkhoi8462 2 года назад

tks bro

@lalicdalibor1367 Год назад

Thé FR4 is the best option I think you get flexibility hard pressure deep clacks sound also I used aluminium and pc I think the FR4 is good option

@xmarkggwp 2 года назад

is it good idea to powder coat aluminum plate?

@Darkslide2AR-FE 7 месяцев назад

definitely Sold on Brass for sound and low flex

@ericxueAAA Год назад

Will the carbon fiber be the similar to the FR4?

@ivoruiter6605 3 года назад

5:38 PC 5:50 POM

@_daeyangiee 2 года назад

which do you think is the most poppiest?

@astrodratyx5274 Год назад

which material is best for sound?

@DEXTVHD 2 года назад

Fr4 and Pom for the win!

@LostinMIA 2 месяца назад

PC if you like poppy POM if you like a muted poppy then FR4 Alum and last brass. Personally I like PC and POM because I type lightly and I love the creamy sound on my aluminum build. Also PC and POM make plastic cases sound poppy and thocky at the same time. It's a soothing sound to me. Metal plates or more dense plates mute this but still sounds great! I may check out carbon fiber soon. Maybe!

@swisher5950 3 года назад

👍

@maesl69 2 года назад

i got a question i want in my keyboard a brass plate but it seems like no plate looks like my keyboard (i don't have stabilizers on shift key and so on. but the plate has the same layout as my keyboard, aka: ANSI!) But does it still fit?

@haurjie 2 года назад

Probably not. The brass plates here for Mode 80 were made only for mode 80... there are occasions when people try to mix components and they MIGHT work, but you have to do the research yourself be very careful with it.

@maesl69 2 года назад

@@haurjie thank you! i found one on KBDfans that fits.

@camillesky4889 2 года назад

hi! idk if you will see this, but are PC plates a lot softer than using alu? as in is it more muted?

@haurjie 2 года назад

PC plate is softer than alu. And no it's not necessarily more muted.

@swishswash2972 2 года назад

Hello! Do you know where I can buy the polycarbonate plate or where you bought your plates?

@haurjie 2 года назад

For this (older Eighty) keyboard? I don't think they sell anymore. But they have the new Eighty coming out. The PC plate is no longer an option but you can get POM plate which is very similar to it.

@coolcat2005dj Год назад

nice....

@eliasvaly2273 3 года назад

mmm. I think I like the alu one the best. Just sounds right

@jagex3000 2 года назад

While I understand that lubing is different for each person, I'd highly recommend doing the test with filmed switches as I could hear the chattering of the switch housings during the sound tests

@x3LightNinG 9 месяцев назад

no u dont

@kirkpolt.9200 Год назад

What do you think sound thock Alu or PC

@Vex-Lex 3 года назад

Hey i have a question can any plate fit on any keyboard ??? Example 60% kyboard with random 60% plate.

@haurjie 3 года назад

Nope! Every keyboard has their own plate cut specifically for that board, this is true pretty much 99.99% unless it specifically states you can do some other aftermarket plate from another brand. I don't know any boards at all that can just fit any plate of that size.

@Vex-Lex 3 года назад

@@haurjie ok thx :)

@ivoruiter6605 3 года назад

Hi, what is softer/more flexible? PC or POM?

@haurjie 3 года назад

PC was softer by a small margin

@satan3702 2 года назад

POM seems to be the way to go for a creamy sound

@Paganblood100 2 месяца назад

Wich is the heaviest?

@lexbraxman9270 Год назад

The new q1 pro has a pc plate. Is brass an upgrade? Hard to tell difference

@haurjie Год назад

Brass and PC generally will be on opposite ends when it comes to sound, but there are boards where they'll be closer. Same can be said with any plate, it depends on the board. Brass will also be stiffer and harder when typing so take that into account as well. And I think saying "upgrade" from PC plate isn't really accurate. It's not an upgrade if PC plate is better for you.