steelseries 7G 64022SS Black 104 Normal Keys USB or PS/2 Wired Standard Professional Gaming Keyboard

Pros: Works well with Steelseries headsets.

Cons: Three keys went out right after the year warranty was up. Problems with their headsets as well. Cheaply made products. Worthless after warranty.

Pros: This is my first mechanical keyboard and I love it. Typing on cherry black switches is extremely satisfying and this is one of the few mechanical keyboards with a generous ramp. My weak fingers took a few days of getting used to the stiffer cherry black keys. The PS2 cable is great, and I like that they moved the windows key. It's weighty and well made.

Cons: I must stress that this keyboard is almost perfect. It really should be 4.5 stars, and these are my minor preferences.
The small delete key is somewhat hard to hit, and you can't replace the uncommon return key.
The lettering on the keys is raised and sometimes confuses the fingers looking for the position nubs found on the F and J keys.
The indicator lights for numpad, caps, and scroll lock, are overly bright and mildly annoying.

Other Thoughts: This is a problem with all mechanical keyboards; they are loud, so I bought O-rings that soften the bottoming out and dampen the sound.
This keyboard would be perfect if you could change the LED color/brightness, the delete and return keys were standard sizes, and lettering was either laser engraved or etched.

Pros: Feels great, solid heavy-weight construction, windows key is replaced by another modifier key, usb audio and mic ports

Cons: Keyboard arrived with almost all keys not functioning properly or at all. Funny enough, WASD worked though.
Wrist support is flimsy hollow plastic - I was expecting something as solid as the keyboard itself..
Caps lock, scroll lock and num lock LEDs are bright as hell
No backlit keys (if you care about that sort of thing)
Without wrist support the keyboard stands pretty tall and isn't particularly comfortable to use.

Other Thoughts: 3 stars because the one I received is broken. I've contacted SS support so hopefully the issue will be resolved. I'm irritated but really like the feel of the keyboard, so hopefully I'll get a working one sooner than later.
I've spent a decent amount of time feeling the keyboard and getting an idea of how it would be to actually use. The key presses are very smooth, a little click clacky, but feel really nice to me. I'm disappointed the wrist support is just hollow plastic, it does its job, but I was hoping for something more solid. I expected the keyboard to drop into the wrist support, but instead the wrist support just lays over and around it. Disappointing, but whatever.

Pros: Sturdy
Minimalist Look (If you prefer it, which I do)
Has stood the test of time
Amazing keystrokes
PS/2 Port
USB/Audio ports
Thick, braided wiring

Cons: Hand wrest just lays over the keyboard, does not clip to it
Cannot charge things through the USB ports
The Windows key is on the right side of the keyboard

Other Thoughts: Let me sum it up IMO: If you're an FPS player, this is the best keyboard out there. I have played in several high level competitions for games such as Quake, UT, CoD, etc. and can tell you undoubtedly that this will change your gaming experience for the better. For a primo price, the only qualm I have is that the Windows key should be on the left instead of the right. This is only an issue because in Windows 7 you can hold down your Windows key + an arrow key and lock windows left and right. I used to could do this with my left hand and then bring my right hand over and tap an arrow key real fast. Now I have to take my left hand off of the home keys. Not a problem, because this is a gaming keyboard, not designed for Windows productivity.

Pros: I bought this only for ergonomic + gaming because my meka G1 thermaltake was not comfortable. and my bigges pet peeve was the flimsy palm rest so I bought this. somewhat dissapointed

Cons: It's really made high quality, though plain. However, my biggest selling point was the big palm rest it comes with that looked sturdy and comfortable but it kind moves around and actually doesn't feel all that sturdy. if you put your hand on one corner of the keyboard with the palm rest, it kinda moves around due to the weight on one edge

Other Thoughts: I don't know. I kinda dissapointed. The palm rest kinda moves when you lift your left hand up and its not actually all that bad but I wanted something 100% that did not move. I was thinking about the Corsair K90 because that one has thumbscrews to keep it from moving so now I'm dissapointed I didn't buy that one instead. Other than the palm rest and it looking somewhat bland however, it's a very high quality keyboard and actually feels very smooth to type on.

Pros: Keys feel amazing and sturdy, also the response time is out of this world. PS/2 connector is flawless and the cord is extremely well put together.

Cons: None

Other Thoughts: 10/10 would recommend.

Pros: Good keyboard. Price is a little high.

Cons: Paint rubs off on keys that get a lot of attention. Also, keycaps started popping off on me.

Pros: This is a party for your fingers. This keyboard makes you want to type, a lot. The keys are very responsive and give great feedback, whether typing or gaming. The wrist guard is also well designed. Although very large, it allows your entire wrist to set at an even level with the keys, reducing strain during long sessions. The click-free mechanical keys are what make this keyboard what it is. I like to compare mechanical keys to optical mice, especially relative to gaming. It seems old-school, but it just works better, lasts longer, and feels great compared to the flashy keyboards featuring OVER 500 INDIVIDUALLY CONTROLLED LED LIGHTS!!!!

Cons: The only con that i can think of would be that its very plain and simple looking. I consider this a pro but some people like the flashy lights and customization, which is understandable. Other than that, NONE!

Other Thoughts: If you have the money, BUY THIS NOW!. If you don't, then save for a few weeks and buy it anyway. The best keyboard available, for gaming or general purpose.

Pros: very high quality feel. keys are 100% consistent pressure. tactile feedback. will never break... this thing Is A Beast. i just love gaming with it --- because the keys actuate about mid-press, it "feels" more responsive...

Cons: the price! but if you can afford it, there's no other keyboard like it at all so it's DEFINITELY worth it imo

Other Thoughts: i own a Logitech G500 gaming mouse and paired with this i think i have the best (peripherals) setup... period. Logitech's "gaming" keyboards are all jokes, don't get me wrong i love Logitech's gear but their keyboards are very cheap to manufacture and they sell them for way too much. Their mice are another story

-Razer's new mech (the Blackwidow) is going to use Cherry MX Blue switches.... imo that's not good for gaming because you don't need the keys to click halfway down the keystroke. i like a smooth, firm feel to my keys and a tactile "click" when they bottom out. so Cherry MX Black are the best, IMO. also, Razer's mech keyboards have the same USB 6 key limitted NKRO that every USB keyboard has... does not compare to the Steelseries 7g / 6gV2 / 6g

----if you want a QUALITY gaming / typing keyboard, get this. i swear it's the best one available.

Pros: This is a great mechanical keyboard. i love that it is native PS2. this allows for FULL NKRO (no key rollover)
the large palm rest is really nice. it is heavy and built like a tank! the usb hub is nice since my computer is so far away from my desk.

Cons: there are NONE!

Other Thoughts: mechanical keyboards are fer better than ruber dome keyboards. they last longer and feel much better to type on. and the keys respond faster due to better key de-bounceing.
This keyboard has a ncie simple look and no extra keys. i like the missing windows key that was replaced by a steelseries logo aka function key, that allows you the use the media keys on the F1-F6 keys. this keyboard is great for typeing on or for playing any game for hours.