Apple AEK II and Apple USB Aluminum KBD

#1 Sun, 2 Dec 2012 - 00:10 68kMLA

These 2 keyboards are my most favorite keyboards to date!

What is your favorite KBD?

#2 Sun, 2 Dec 2012 - 03:05 68kMLA

wow i just noticed the asset tag on this AEK II on my desk

#3 Sun, 2 Dec 2012 - 04:18 68kMLA

For old systems:

IBM Model F and M or similar unicomp product.

For newer ones where you want a meta key:

Things with Cherry MX Blue switches.(such as my Das Keyboard Pro Model S)

or perhaps a unicomp 104 key model.

After using some real keyboards I cannot really find myself liking ones Apple has made very much.

#4 Sun, 9 Dec 2012 - 13:00 68kMLA

Retro: Apple Extended Keyboard II or IBM Model M

Modern: Das Keyboard Professional. There is simply no other.

#5 Sun, 9 Dec 2012 - 17:48 68kMLA

For my recent machines, my favorite keyboard is the black Apple Pro Keyboard M7803,

as far as retro ones go, I am a fan of the little compact keyboards. However I have to say I do miss the AT keyboard I had circa 1999. beige, spread out keys, big wrist area, spiraled cable, good angle. Can't remember brand though. :'(

#6 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 - 07:51 68kMLA

I use an original AEK with an iMate on my Mac at work. Second choice is the same as Uni - the newer, aluminum, chicklet keyboards.