The Akko Piano Pro and TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, 50 g bottom-out force, however, they come with different top housing (PA vs modified Nylon), bottom housing (PA vs modified Nylon), spring (20 mm vs 19 mm single-stage), actuation (45 g vs 43 g), pre-travel (1.90 mm vs 2 mm), total travel (3.10 mm vs 4 mm). That said, they are not too 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 Akko Piano Pro is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PA top housing, PA bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 20 mm spring. The 45g actuation occurs at 1.90mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.10mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Akko. | The TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with modified Nylon top housing, modified Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 19 mm single-stage spring. The 43g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Pantheonkeys. Manufactured by TTC. |
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| Name | Akko Piano Pro | TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA | modified Nylon |
| Bottom housing | PA | modified Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 20 mm | 19 mm single-stage |
| Actuation | 45 g | 43 g |
| Bottom-out | 50 g | 50 g |
| Pre-travel | 1.90 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.10 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! Light lubrication on the side walls of the stem to reduce leaf noise. |
| Designer | - | Pantheonkeys |
| Manufacturer | Akko | TTC |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Akko Piano Pro is much more widely available, but the TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black is also available in stores.
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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!
Akko Piano Pro force curve | TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black force curve |
No Akko Piano Pro force curve available. |
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Comments on Akko Piano Pro switches | Comments on TTC X Pantheonkeys PT Black switches |
No comments on Akko Piano Pro switches. | PT Black, a new switch co-developed by TTC and Pantheonkeys, draws its design inspiration from the familiar and beloved Cherry MX Black switch. Our goal is to retain the classic feel while optimizing it to improve some common problems. The first focus is on smoothness and consistency: some Cherry Black switches can have a scratchy feel in their stock form, and there can be slight variations in feel between different batches. The PT Black features further optimization in structural tolerance control, resulting in higher overall smoothness and more stable consistency. The switch achieves a tight, solid feel without applying a film – TTC. |
