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  I just got a keychron on sale and was very impressed. I used to recommend DAS keyboard, but I do appreciate how far the mechanical keyboards scene has developed
context: Keychron, Akko and Epomaker have more budget oriented boards, both as barebones kits and fully built. With some modding a lot of their boards can sound and feel very good, depending on how much work you are willing to put in. >
  
  Akko has some nice budget options >
  
  TOFU65 is a very nice entry level board >
  
  Keychron is by far the best. I'd get something from the V series with the hotswap option, that'll be a great starting point for the hobby.
  And if you don't care about the hobby, it's still a damn good keyboard for a great price.