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LINEAR · 43g
TTC Golden Red V3
My take on the TTC Golden Red V3 43g: a light, factory-lubed linear with minimal stem wobble that sounds good stock and better lubed. Specs, feel and tuning notes.
Where to buy
43g
Actuation
1.8mm pre-travel
3.8mm
Travel
total key travel
4.0/5
Smoothness
our feel rating
4.0/5
Wobble
lower is better
2/5
Noise level
medium-thocky
How it feels
How it sounds
medium-thocky Profile medium-thocky
Noise level 2/5
Spring ping None
Frequently asked
Are the Golden Red V3 good stock?
Yes — they're factory lubed with minimal stem wobble and sound clean out of the box. They get noticeably better with a hand-lube but don't require it.
How light are they?
Very light — 43g actuation and a 50g bottom-out, with a slightly shortened 3.8mm travel that keeps them quick.
Who are they best for?
Anyone wanting an inexpensive, fatigue-free linear for everyday typing or gaming, especially on a budget build where you still want decent acoustics.
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