Well, since the Silent Alpaca V2 is a standard MX mechanical switch and the lowprokb Choc (V1) Ambients Twilight is a , the differences between them are so fundamental that it doesn't make much sense to compare them. They are not even compatible, requiring different PCBs or keycaps -- so they are usually not alternatives for the same keyboard. That said, here is a side-by-side spec rundown for you.
The Silent Alpaca V2 is a silent linear standard MX mechanical switch with top housing, bottom housing, and stem (standard shape). The 62g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 62g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Durock. | The lowprokb Choc (V1) Ambients Twilight is a silent linear with top housing, bottom housing, and stem (Choc shape). The 35g actuation occurs at 1.49mm. The 35g bottom-out occurs at 2.95mm. Designed by lowprokb. Manufactured by Kailh. |
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| Name | Silent Alpaca V2 | lowprokb Choc (V1) Ambients Twilight |
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| Type | silent linear | silent linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | - | - |
| Bottom housing | - | - |
| Stem material | - | - |
| Stem shape | standard | Choc |
| Spring | - | - |
| Actuation | 62 g | 35 g |
| Bottom-out | 62 g | 35 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 1.49 mm |
| Total travel | 4 mm | 2.95 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | unknown |
| Designer | - | lowprokb |
| Manufacturer | Durock | Kailh |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Silent Alpaca V2 is not available at the moment, while the lowprokb Choc (V1) Ambients Twilight can be found in 1 stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Silent Alpaca V2 and lowprokb Choc (V1) Ambients Twilight switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
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!
Comments on Silent Alpaca V2 switches | Comments on lowprokb Choc (V1) Ambients Twilight switches |
Silent Alpaca switches share the same features as your standard Alpaca V2 switch - the SA Bliss colorway, slightly factory lubricated and an incredibly smooth experience straight out of the box - but are wonderfully quiet to use. They're the perfect switch for someone who wants the combination of a smooth and silent typing experience that doesn't require modification. | The Twilight switch is a silent version of the Kailh Red Pro Choc switch. The switch was born from a design by LowproKB - a company that specializes in anything and everything low profile and Choc - and manufactured by Kailh, the leading company in Choc switches. The Ambients series are based on the original Kailh Choc V1 switch, but are a completely new design, having all their parts redesigned to accommodate the new components required to quieten the typical switch noise. Silicone bumpers have been strategically placed within the new design to buffer both the down and the up stroke of a keypress, all while not creating a mushy feeling while typing. |
