So I want to try out using an ANSI layout. I’ve been using ISO all my life but there just are so few keycaps supporting ISO… I was thinking of getting a Ducky One 3 Yellow SF and putting Kalih Box Navy Switches in it and combining that with a Akko Black & Bronze ASA keycap set. I initially wanted to get the Akko Starry Night keycaps but they are no longer available locally to me. What do you think about that? Is the ducky a good choice? I like how compact it is and yet it has arrow keys.
Yep.
It indeed is, especially when new to the hobby. The best way to try out different switches without worrying about time and/or money.
That’s a good practice. Back when I was looking for a prebuilt, I read that Ducky keyboards are built sturdy. The keyboard that I purchased (Ducky Tuxedo) exceeded my expectations. This was around 3 or maybe 4 years back, and the switches were soldered.
For comparison with my only other prebuilt - the Keychron K2 - the Tuxedo has less flex and creaking. Though K2 still held its own by being wireless and hotswap. Though the newer keyboards from Ducky are hot-swappable.
You may look for the keyboard that meets your requirements. The prebuilts scene has come a long way! :-)
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