HMX Waverider V2 Tactile (10 Pack)

HMX is well known as one of the best switch manufacturers globally. They have top tier factory lubrication processes, moulds and designs. They have been known for some of the most impressive clacky switches ever released. The Waverider 2 is a brilliant tactile switch which gained a lot of popularity in V1 for being great sounding but not uncomfortable on the fingers.

Sillyworks has done an excellent job with this one. You can expect slightly gentler tactility than the BSUN Oceans and Gateron Type R, but still very present. I would define this as a mid-tactile which is extremely comfortable. Sound leans to marbly in a foamy board and clacky without being over-intense when no foam is present. The P shaped bump here is the standout feature, feels lovely as the keypress has a small amount of linear travel after the bump.

This switch uses HMX's latest moulds as of July '26 and you can tell. The tolerances are exceptional and the lubrication is great. Waveriders have a more open sound signature than some of the thockier switches so expect more audio character.

Detailed Specifications

Switch Type: Tactile

Manufacturer: HMX

Designer: Sillyworks

Mount: MX Compatible

Pins: 5-Pin PCB Mount

Stem Material: POM

Top Housing Material: Polycarbonate (PC) for brighter sound

Bottom Housing Material: Modified Nylon / PA66

Spring: 22mm KOS Single-Stage Extended Spring

Factory Lubrication: Yes

Bottom-Out Force: 53g (manufacturer sources vary slightly) 

Pre-Travel: 2.0mm

Total Travel: 3.8mm

Stem Style: Long Pole

Sound Profile: Crisp, clacky, poppy with a marbly character when paired with foam.