NO FOAM BACK-TO-BACK · Neo65 Core Plus · Aluminum Plate · GMK ABS · Elgato Wave:3
HMX Rain vs HMX Egg Yolk
Hear HMX Rain vs HMX Egg Yolk back-to-back with standardized zero-foam audio on Neo65. Side-by-side travel distance, housing materials, and sound profile breakdown.
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Side-by-Side Technical Spec Comparison
| Specification | HMX Rain Rail Bottom-Out Linear Switch Factory Lubed | HMX Egg Yolk Linear Switch Factory Lubed |
|---|---|---|
| Bottom-out Force & Actuation | 53g bottom-out · 42g actuation | 45±2g bottom-out · 37±2g actuation |
| Total Travel Distance | 4.0mm | 3.6mm |
| Stem Material | POM blend | M2 (Strengthened PP) |
| Top & Bottom Housing Materials | Top: PA66 / Bottom: PA66 | Top: PC / Bottom: PA66 (10% Fiberglass) + S1 Mast |
| Factory Lube Status & Mount | Factory Lubed · 5-Pin | Factory Lubed · 5-Pin |
| Price per 10-Pack (with code shylocutus.com) | $3.59 USD / 10pcs | $3.98 USD / 10pcs |
Matchup Notes
Acoustic & Tactile Feel
HMX Rain utilizes a cushioned 4.0mm rail landing with subtle textured mechanical scratch to soften bottom-out shock, contrasting HMX Egg Yolk's loud, high-frequency acoustic presence and stiff bottom-out impact.
The Verdict
Pick HMX Rain if you want a cushioned 4.0mm rail bottom-out with authentic textured scratch. Pick HMX Egg Yolk if you want maximum high-pitched clack volume and sharp center-pole impact.