These are the most similar Akko switch (I’m a huge fan of Akko switches) to the Ink Blacks. Here are some similar linear switches that I have tested and can recommend! Akko Jelly Blacks
If you’re into “muted butter thocky,” these are the linear switches for you 😉 Alternatives to Gateron Ink Black Switches If you’re into heavy switches and don’t mind filming these, the Ink Blacks are perfection.Īlso, it’s worth noting that the “coated spring” apparently worked–as I didn’t experience any spring ping (sound or feel) with my Ink Blacks! That’s thicker than most reds and yellows (though the Gateron Milky Yellow switches feel thick like the blacks as well). The Ink Black switches have more actuation force (resistance, basically), with… But the difference is slight, especially if you’re a beginner and odn’t have anything to compare it to!)Īlso, if you lube them, they’ll likely drop in pitch just a little bit (even more muted and low-end). Before that, you might notice a tiny bit of metallic “wobble” sound. (That is, AFTER you put switch films on them. There are lots of higher-pitched “tappy” linear switches, like the Akko Silver switches, Akko Vintage Whites, etc, but this is NOT that. The Ink Black V2s are one of the smoothest sounding switches, period! They’re deeper and low-end, but also soft and muted. They’re premium, but are they worth it? YES! The Gateron Ink Blacks have an epic sound and feel. It’s a premium linear switch, but it’s still only a difference of $15-20 in total, depending on your keyboard size. You can also find them on sites like KBDFans or Divinkey, but you’ll also have to pay for shipping there. I think this is partially because they ARE so popular and can be difficult to find on any given month. That’s definitely more of a premium switch (rather than a budget switch). You can generally find them on Amazon for roughly $0.75 per switch. They’re a keyboard enthusiast favorite for a reason. If you take the time to lube and film them, the Ink Blacks are near perfection. They really do have one of the smoothest sounds and feels from ANY linear switch. That first “pro” is by far the most important though! NEED switch films in order to really shine.While they’re ok unlubed, you probably want to lube them.5-pin switch needs clipping if you have a 3-pin PCB.Softer sound (more muted and quiet, which is what most people prefer from a linear switch).Genuinely one of the smoothest linear switches of all time.
It’s not going to be as effective as a clear top housing, but it does allow some light to shine through.
The spring is coated! This is pretty rare, and supposedly helps spring ping (and it does, in my opinion)ĭoes RGB shine through the Ink Black top housing? Thick, heavy, smooth, but with a tiny amount of wobble (stock out of the box that is. Muted, soft, deep, and smooth! Quite “thocky,” but definitely on the quieter end! A++ If your PCB only accepts 3 pins, you’ll need to clip the 2 plastic pins on each switch! The Gateron Ink Blacks are a 5-pin switch (PCB mount). Between $0.60 and $0.80 per switch depending on where you purchase. It’s smooth all the way down and back up).Ħ0g (one of the higher resistance, heavier linear switches out there! More resistance than a yellow or red switch). Linear (meaning there’s no tactile bump in the keystroke.
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