Sound Descriptors
Sound descriptors help categorize keyboard acoustics. Users can vote on which descriptors best match their perception, creating a collective understanding of how each keyboard sounds.
Bassy
Deep, resonant sound with emphasis on lower frequencies, similar to the rich tones of a bass instrument.
Bouncy
Keys have a springy, elastic feel and sound when pressed and released, creating a dynamic typing experience.
Buttery
Smooth, consistent sound with a rich, warm quality that's pleasing to the ear.
Chirpy
Light, high-pitched sound reminiscent of small, quick taps or gentle clicks.
Clacky
Sharp, clear sound with a distinctive click, typically higher-pitched and more pronounced.
Creamy
Smooth, soft sound with a gentle, satisfying quality, like a well-lubricated mechanism.
Easy-To-Press
Keys require minimal force to actuate, producing a light, effortless sound.
Frictionless
Extremely smooth sound with no scratchy or rough elements, suggesting well-tuned switches.
High-Pitched
Sound profile that emphasizes higher frequencies, creating a brighter, more prominent tone.
Low-Pitched
Sound profile that emphasizes lower frequencies, creating a deeper, more subdued tone.
Marbly
Round, rolling sound quality reminiscent of small marbles or smooth stones moving.
Mild
Gentle, moderate sound that's neither too loud nor too quiet, with balanced characteristics.
Muted
Quieter, dampened sound profile with reduced resonance and echo.
Neutral
Balanced sound profile without strong emphasis on any particular characteristic.
Polished
Clean, refined sound without any rough edges or unwanted noise.
Resonant
Sound that carries and echoes slightly, creating a fuller, more expansive tone.
Sharp
Clear, distinct sound with a precise, well-defined quality.
Silky
Exceptionally smooth and consistent sound with a luxurious quality.
Snappy
Quick, responsive sound with a crisp return, suggesting fast key reset.
Stepped
Distinct, tactile sound profile with a clear actuation point.
Subtle
Understated sound profile that doesn't draw attention but maintains quality.
Thocky
Deep, rounded sound with a satisfying, full-bodied quality, often described as a 'thock' sound.