What do O rings do keyboard?

If you've never heard about O-rings before, don't worry. They are a one-time investment that can successfully eliminate (dampen) the noise produced by mechanical switches. Every O-ring cushions the blow of the switch and the keycap, thus making your typing/gaming experience all the more silent.

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You've recently purchased a mechanical keyboard and couldn't be happier. It's like a whole new experience for your fingers, no matter if you're using it for gaming or typing purposes. But, while mechanical keyboards are much superior to membrane keyboards in almost all aspects, you may still come across an issue or two. The most notable one being the distinct clicking (and sometimes annoying) noise mechanical keys make whenever you press them. Fortunately, this is where O-rings come into play. But wait... What are mechanical keyboard Orings?

How mechanical keyboard Orings work

This is actually quite simple. With every keystroke, you squish the O-Ring between the top of the switch housing and its cross-shaped support (most switches have this support). That's when the O-ring absorbs the noise and shock from said keystroke.

Mechanical Keyboard orings size guide

Okay, so far it's clear that O-Rings can make any mechanical keyboard silent. However, that's not their only benefit. They also change the way your keys feel to the touch, as you type, while softening the blow. That's why it's important to choose the right size (thickness) when buying O-Rings: Type Thickness Hardness* Material Color Result 40A Thick 2.5mm (⇔ 0.098 inch) 40A Silicone Clear/Translucent Soft press, short press length 40A Thin 1.5mm (⇔ 0.059 inch) 40A Silicone Clear/Translucent Soft press, long press length 70A Thick 2.5mm (⇔ 0.098 inch) 70A Silicone Clear/Translucent Hard press, short press length 70A Thin 1.5mm (⇔ 0.059 inch) 70A Silicone Clear/Translucent Hard press, long press length * 40A means a material hardness of 40 on the Shore Durometer A Scale - Higher values indicate harder materials.

Here are some essentials you should know:

The thicker the O-Ring, the shorter the distance you have to press before a key is registered. The lower hardness value, the softer the key will feel to the touch.

None of the O-Rings we offer interfere with your RGB keyboard.

Silicone is generally considered a great material that can help you achieve softness with every keystroke.

O-ring installation

Still not sure which O-Rings you should get for your mechanical keyboard? The 40A-Thin is a great choice if you're just getting started. O-rings are an important addition to your keyboard accessories. What is left now is for you to purchase the best orings for mechanical keyboards and install them. Here's a video that will show you how it's done.

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What is the best tone for piano?

This is subjective; some people prefer a brighter tone, while others prefer a mellower tone. Generally speaking, a good piano sound is round and full. You can also get a professional's opinion, preferably from an experienced music teacher or a registered piano technician.

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1. The sound

The digital piano produces sound by playing pre-recorded sounds of acoustic pianos. The method and equipments used to record these tracks affect the quality of the sound. A good digital piano should sound warm and less digital, closely mimicking an acoustic piano. With that said, everyone prefers different sound quality, and it is important to choose a piano that sounds nice to you. Apart from the general quality of the sound, you should also listen for the articulation and the decay—the start and the end—of the sound. A digital piano with better control over articulation and decay more closely resembles an acoustic piano and thus sounds more natural.

2. The number of keys

A full-sized piano consists of 88 keys. However, some digital pianos come with only 61 or fewer keys. For advanced piano players, a piano with 88 keys is required. Therefore, if you’re a beginner who’s serious about learning the piano, it is advisable for you to get a full-sized piano.

3. Polyphony

Polyphony refers to the maximum number of sounds that a piano can produce at any time. This means that a piano with 32-note polyphony can produce up to 32 notes at once. Intermediate players should get pianos with at least 64-note polyphony. For advanced pianists, getting a piano with 128-note polyphony or more is desirable. One question that I frequently hear is this: a full-sized piano has 88 keys, why should there be a piano with 128-note polyphony? This is because the use of the sustain pedal allows the piano to produce many notes at once. If you’re playing a long string of notes while using the sustain pedal, the piano could be producing more than 88 notes at some point.