H
LINEAR · 50g
HMX Macchiato V2
HMX Macchiato V2 is a refined 50g linear with smoother travel and a clacky yet balanced sound. My review of its feel, sound and whether to tune it.
50g
Actuation
2mm pre-travel
3.8mm
Travel
total key travel
4.5/5
Smoothness
our feel rating
3/5
Noise level
medium-clacky
How it feels
How it sounds
medium-clacky Profile medium-clacky
Noise level 3/5
Spring ping None
Frequently asked
What changed in the V2?
The V2 moves to HMX's L3 mold for smoother travel and tighter tolerances, so it is more consistent switch-to-switch than the original Macchiato.
Is it clacky or balanced?
Both, in a good way. It has the clacky HMX top end but enough resonance and balance that it reads almost neutral rather than harsh.
How heavy is it?
Medium. A 50g actuation climbing to a 57g bottom-out gives it a planted, confident feel that suits typing.
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