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Жыл бұрынWe 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 Жыл бұрын
i think most people would just walk in, try the keyboards and buy them online 🤣🤣🤣
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
LOL
@rindagnir1470 Жыл бұрын
HOW DO I BUY THE MW65
@stanclips8227 Жыл бұрын
@@rindagnir1470 depends where you are. Shopee, Bangood, Amazon, taobao are the most common places to buy stuff like that
@lauhernsean6179 Жыл бұрын
@@rindagnir1470 hmmm.....
@bajafishtaco Жыл бұрын
@@rindagnir1470 i have a mw65 kit that i didn't build. If you want to buy it? I'm in the United States
@supahas3821 Жыл бұрын
I think one benefit to real stores is the ability to jump past shipping fees 👌🏽
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
yes
@alphnx Жыл бұрын
but they normally charge more
@JojoDigitalArtist Жыл бұрын
@@alphnx Probably not as much as shipping but that would depend on where you live.
@deasesebago Жыл бұрын
and shipping times
@viktigboy1976 Жыл бұрын
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… 😂
@ivegyattocomment Жыл бұрын
i love how you mentioned marked up price in the beginning because the average new joe wouldn't know prices
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
yes
@Amiro05 Жыл бұрын
its unbelievably cool that brick and mortar keyboard stores are a thing now, great video lewis, its actually really really cool to see
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
ayy thanks
@lolmaster_gaming Жыл бұрын
ye nice vid
@ameleaves Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
whats it called?
@Abyss0206 Жыл бұрын
One of the best colabs!!! I really enjoy what you both bring to the keyboard community
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
ayyy
@J7T800 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
correct
@jl25735 Жыл бұрын
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
@Kim-yk2md Жыл бұрын
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.
@Ari-es3sc Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
appreciate the feedback
@nick.utdaep Жыл бұрын
What’s the store name?
@chronosagenyt2620 Жыл бұрын
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.
@zuhayrrz 7 ай бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
agreed
@justinli826 Жыл бұрын
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.
@Shinysstar Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
what store?
@J7T800 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
@@LewisTohmash
@JaLLY77 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
nice!
@Bayofthe91st Жыл бұрын
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
@hope2673 Жыл бұрын
It’s seriously surprising to see stores like this i really never thought I’d see a real place like this
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
it’s interesting
@robertisbreathtaking Жыл бұрын
I am surprised as to how well that guy took your requests! he went straight from 'omg you guys are my favourite yts' to 'so this is a gateron yellow..'. i wouldn't be able to keep a straight face if you told me to treat you like a noob.
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
LMAOOOOI
@Trinidadsworld Жыл бұрын
I would love to open a store like this in my area.
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
ooo
@jotsa Жыл бұрын
whats your area
@Trinidadsworld Жыл бұрын
@@jotsa Connecticut.
@michahkim228 Жыл бұрын
@@Trinidadsworld oh im sorry for you, must be hard living in connecticut
@Trinidadsworld Жыл бұрын
@@michahkim228 lmao what makes you say that?
@oopsitsdeleted6996 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
no comment
@axelris Жыл бұрын
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.
@MarbsMusic 9 ай бұрын
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!
@nymowo Жыл бұрын
"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 Жыл бұрын
oh shit
@extremelyfoggy Жыл бұрын
I live in Singapore, I might have seen you walking on Bendemeer Road or something
@shadowvampwolf 3 ай бұрын
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
@fatelaz5498 Жыл бұрын
I didn’t know SG have this kind of store
@skypsyco916 Жыл бұрын
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 ;-;
@ukoo Жыл бұрын
keep up the good work!
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
my guy
@jetfuview Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
ayy thanks for watching
@pkl64 Жыл бұрын
I also went to a irl custom keyboard shop in japan but your shop looks better woww
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
nice
@nmptjpks Жыл бұрын
Mash store baby!
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
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@mr.guillotine3766 Жыл бұрын
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.
@jomio4682 Жыл бұрын
the board is mad beautifull
@Pr4sTiG3 Жыл бұрын
i got a tester 68 from your taobao video and never regretted it i even got the same keycaps
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
lets gooo
@Pr4sTiG3 Жыл бұрын
@@LewisToh yeahhh i got the gateron pro yellows instead
@allainangcao28 Жыл бұрын
Lewis: We snuck into the building Worker: Are you Compressed Male and Loose Toes?
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
yes
@notDmanTV Жыл бұрын
those places looks super dope for beginners.
@7yxc Жыл бұрын
Man I need a store like this near me 😂
@DBYT Жыл бұрын
Great video Lewis! Same with you squashy! I think that that keyboard does not sound worth it…
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
xd
@Skuge_ Жыл бұрын
its probably not lubed
@keebsnetic Жыл бұрын
MASH lmaoo
@_ExTitus Жыл бұрын
trying something before you buy it can save you quite a bit of money in this hobby
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
ye
@domiyy Жыл бұрын
no we clearly are not squashy boy and lewis toh real legit no cap frfr
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
yeah dude
@kimmyfps Жыл бұрын
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!
@DebopriyoBasu Жыл бұрын
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. 😢
@keaganwong Жыл бұрын
Would defo love to work at *blank* cos I wanna work in an industry of my favourite hobby.
@huyphan1816 Жыл бұрын
Banger videos as usual ❤🔥❤🔥
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
ayy
@aniocean6213 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
truuu
@kiboshinji1203 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
thankkkkk
@YamahaYZFR-pb8bn Жыл бұрын
What about Tenjin Scrollworks?
@anotherrandomchannel5206 Жыл бұрын
damn this video was good keep up the good work Lewis!!!!!!
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
thanks man
@xju303 Жыл бұрын
mash is epic place, sadly doesnt sell plates tho
@Labiz1 Жыл бұрын
Can u try akko wine red ?
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
no
@kateberlyy Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Also they use GMK clones
@allxlucks7835 Жыл бұрын
What place is that?
@YaBoyJon Жыл бұрын
Where is this?
@tcc5750 Жыл бұрын
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.
@qihengfoo958 Жыл бұрын
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
@driftking201o7 Жыл бұрын
I'm genuinely surprised, lewis got recognized
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
honestly same
@loahs7078 Жыл бұрын
do you mind telling me the shelf on the in the background at the intro?
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
its called skadis by ikea
@loahs7078 Жыл бұрын
@@LewisToh ty!
@fuzzynine Жыл бұрын
🤔 you did not support the hotswap sockets from behind 😲 Outlaws4Life!
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
oh no
@PhAlovechallenge Жыл бұрын
i prefer IRL store for the warranty but it is more expensive tho
@_neddy_teddy_8048 Жыл бұрын
I would love this
@MorisB Жыл бұрын
Niice! Great vid btw!
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
thanks man
@HowToHowOfWhatWhenWhere Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
same man, leopolds and ducky
@justez3648 Жыл бұрын
Are their any of these stores in America ?
@xizoxx- Жыл бұрын
Does the akko cream blue switches fit in the epomaker 3068b plus keyboard I need to know 😅
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
yes
@xizoxx- Жыл бұрын
tysm
@xizoxx- Жыл бұрын
so the akko cream blue v3 switches fit
@aloytan8391 Жыл бұрын
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
@jonnysimps Жыл бұрын
You should try something called the noir z1 and z2
@aldengoh Жыл бұрын
Pls do an ASMR sound test for squashy’s keyboard and urs !! Would love to see it
@zack4876 Жыл бұрын
wheres @squashyboy video on his keyboard on the video?
@S0M7HING-N00BYU Жыл бұрын
Ngl lewis [REDACTED] store was better than i thought
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
lmao
@user-qz2ou2mm3w Жыл бұрын
I enjoy
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
nice
@jeollim Жыл бұрын
what glass colour did you get for the tkl?
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
lilac!
@jondajeep6373 Жыл бұрын
What were the keycaps in the keychron q1?
@lolmaster_gaming Жыл бұрын
where is the store
@ukenzi Жыл бұрын
Should've brought me instead, straight up beginner who only watches videos and has no board of his own 😂
@capt.keykaps8865 Жыл бұрын
What is the specs of squashyboys keyboard? The akko one
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
hes vid will be up soon
@itzghoul1261 Жыл бұрын
Nice vid
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
thank you
@dylanangkw Жыл бұрын
Mash is honestly such a good place for keyboards so I also recommend it for anyone wanting to start custom keyboards
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
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@xdark2101 Жыл бұрын
when the no pe foam :(
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
sadge
@husainyard Жыл бұрын
You missed to put both of the keyboards sound test. Nice video tho, Lewis.
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
oopsies
@isaiahsee7751 Жыл бұрын
yo its baldman lewis, eh nvm he got hair alr
@DestroyTheVoid Жыл бұрын
What is the store name? Is it in America? I'm asking because I am a new fan lol.
@jimmybilly5330 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
mine was in SGD hes was USD
@jimmybilly5330 Жыл бұрын
Oh thank you
@Musicas116 Жыл бұрын
Hi Lewis! Could you provide Squashy's keeb details?
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
he will be posting his side soon!
@user-qn1zj5bs5p Жыл бұрын
some youtubers : are you lewis tu or toe ?
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
toe
@fishkleos Жыл бұрын
very epic vid
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
thanks man
@MightyRaph Жыл бұрын
is that black on white keycaps?
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
yeap
@MightyRaph Жыл бұрын
@@LewisToh btw would wanna check what keycaps will look good on blue frame? using qk65 blue btw
@JayDOVA Жыл бұрын
good video 👍
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
thank u
@Hit_D_Kids Жыл бұрын
what is the store called?
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
idk
@lokmaha767 Жыл бұрын
I planned to order one but you have one so maybe you can gibe me yours when i go there bbg lewis 🥺🥺
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
its a prize
@lokmaha767 Жыл бұрын
@@LewisToh tell me how to get in
@lokmaha767 Жыл бұрын
@@LewisToh i want the price ehhehee
@creach34 Жыл бұрын
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.
@gabrielrostam2831 Жыл бұрын
Keycaps?
@PressPlayid Жыл бұрын
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) 😢
@richardbrady1849 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
TRUE
@bruh-421 Жыл бұрын
"squashy braces"
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
lmaoo
@zyglock Жыл бұрын
sesshhh
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
sheesh
@Lordofwarz Жыл бұрын
Is this a MASH advertisement
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
B L A N K
@mexiledOW Жыл бұрын
65 COMMENT LETS, GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
LETS GOOO
@Soz_uhSaum Жыл бұрын
I would just test every keyboard and leave
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
lmaoooo
@DirtyGingy Жыл бұрын
Is there a reason why you guys won't name Mecha?
@chrom1est Жыл бұрын
Bcz this isn't?
@pigdaniel Жыл бұрын
2:24 I have this keycap set at home 69$? I got them for 35€, scam
@LewisToh Жыл бұрын
nice