I just received a Strix Scope II 96, and I feel this might be the sweet spot in terms of value.
I’ve hit the wall of diminishing returns with other hobbies ( IEMs in particular), where I know I’m getting 95% of the experience spending 5% of what is labeled as top-of-the-line.
What am I missing with this keyboard, that I could have with an unlimited budget?
And to have a broader discussion, what do you consider end-game?
To me, as I’ve come to realize, is finding the right keycap set. Especially as my favorite profile is XDA and all the cool ones are either Cherry or SA.
Missing out on customisation. For example many group buy boards come in all sorts of colours, have all sorts of weights, many different badge, knobs, have multiple PCB options, multiple plate options etc.
Better boards also offer better sound and typing feel.
They also use more premium materials and better surface finishes.
Stuff like the QK80 costs less than the strix scope ii 96, and offers much more in terms of customisation, typing feel, sound, and imo looks much better.
What i would consider endgame is a board that looks good, made with premium materials and that sounds great