The MMD Princess Linear Ultra and YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PA66 bottom housing, standard stem shape, 42 g actuation, 48 g bottom-out force, however, they come with different top housing (PC vs P3), stem material (LY vs T2 (mix of POM, LY, and P3 nylon)), spring (21.4 mm extended vs 20 mm single-stage), pre-travel (1.90 mm vs 2 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 MMD Princess Linear Ultra is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). It features a 21.4 mm extended spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 1.90mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by MMD. | The YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with P3 top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and T2 (mix of POM, LY, and P3 nylon) stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm single-stage spring. The 42g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 48g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by YG Studio. Manufactured by HMX. |
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| Name | MMD Princess Linear Ultra | YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | P3 |
| Bottom housing | PA66 | PA66 |
| Stem material | LY | T2 (mix of POM, LY, and P3 nylon) |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 21.4 mm extended | 20 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 42 g | 42 g |
| Bottom-out | 48 g | 48 g |
| Pre-travel | 1.90 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 3.50 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | YG Studio |
| Manufacturer | MMD | HMX |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that availability of the MMD Princess Linear Ultra and YG Studio x HMX Canglan V2 switches is exactly the same:
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Prices, discounts, and stock status are checked regularly; however, changes since the last update cannot be ruled out. Everything here is for informational purposes only. Check the product pages for the latest prices!
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The MMD Princess Ultra Thock switches are the latest variant of the MMD Princess Series and were specially designed and manufactured for the Bridge75 keyboard. As usual with MMD Princess, the switches type very well and have an even deeper sound than the Princess V4 – Monacokeys. Produced by the latest mold, the new Princess Ultra switch offers smoother and more consistent typing feedback. We've also improved the factory lubrication and bottom material, elevating the "thock" sound profile to a new level – qwertyqop. | The Canglan V2 switches could be the first ever thocky HMX switches. Of course, thocky and clacky are just subjective perceptions of individuals, but if you compare them with other HMX linear switches out there, you will notice the difference. All thanks to the material composition of the stem, the Canglan V2 switches get to sound deeper. However, I never said these switches are quiet… – unikeys. |
