The HMX Egg Yolk and HMX | Sillyworks Hyacinth V2 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, standard stem shape, 22 mm single-stage spring, 45 g actuation, however, they come with different bottom housing (PA66 Nylon + S1 center vs Nylon), stem material (M2 vs POM), bottom-out force (53 g vs 52 g), pre-travel (2 mm vs 1.90 mm), total travel (3.60 mm vs 3.50 mm). That said, they are only slightly similar. Let's check out this side-by-side specs rundawn with details, availability -- and even current prices -- to figure out which one fits you the best!
The HMX Egg Yolk is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 Nylon + S1 center bottom housing, and M2 stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 53g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Double-shot bottom housing. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by HMX. Manufactured by HMX. | The HMX | Sillyworks Hyacinth V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm single-stage spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 1.90mm. The 52g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Sillyworks. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | HMX Egg Yolk | HMX | Sillyworks Hyacinth V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA66 Nylon + S1 center | Nylon |
| Stem material | M2 | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm single-stage | 22 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 45 g | 45 g |
| Bottom-out | 53 g | 52 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.90 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | HMX | Sillyworks |
| Manufacturer | HMX | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX Egg Yolk is available at a single shop at the moment, while the HMX | Sillyworks Hyacinth V2 can be found in multiple stores.
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Comments on HMX Egg Yolk switches | Comments on HMX | Sillyworks Hyacinth V2 switches |
The Egg Yolk is HMX's first switch with a double-shot bottom housing – and that's exactly what makes the difference in the sound profile: a deliberately engineered S1 post sits in the middle of the PA66 bottom, right where the stem hits. The result is an exceptionally clacky, crisp keypress with a surprisingly full, rounded character – substantial and defined, without letting the classic HMX clack drift into the bright or shrill range. The hardened M2 stem keeps the 3.6mm travel glassy-smooth throughout and adds a poppy snap on bottom-out. Currently considered one of the clackiest linear switches around – ideal for loud, lively builds with character – MonacoKeys. | The Hyacinth V1 switch was already a great success, but Sillyworks always strive to reach a higher limit. After almost two years since they released the Hyacinth V1, the V2 version is finally here. Compared to Hyacinth V1, the V2 version had a lot of upgrades and changes; Firstly, the manufacture of the V2 was changed from KTT to HMX. HMX is able to mold more precisely to create more consistent stem length and housing tolerance. If you have used other HMX switches such as the Macaron or Macchiato, you will understand what their molds are like: The stem and housing tolerance is super high as the stem sits super stable in the housing. There is super minimal stem wobble as the housing really closes up on the stem. However, you will never feel that the housing is squishing the stem too tight to create bottom-out issues. That is how precise HMX's molds are. The V2 switches are smooth, tight, and great-sounding – Unikeys. |
