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Apple AEK II and Apple USB Aluminum KBD

Posted by: uniserver on 2012-12-01 16:10:43 These 2 keyboards are my most favorite keyboards to date! What is your favorite KBD?

Posted by: uniserver on 2012-12-01 19:05:55 wow i just noticed the asset tag on this AEK II on my desk

Posted by: MacJunky on 2012-12-01 20:18:19 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.

Posted by: LCGuy on 2012-12-09 05:00:09 Retro: Apple Extended Keyboard II or IBM Model M Modern: Das Keyboard Professional. There is simply no other.

Posted by: markyb86 on 2012-12-09 09:48:01 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. :'(

Posted by: mcdermd on 2012-12-09 23:51:30 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.

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