English Amiga Board - View Single Post - Lyra 3 vs SUM USB

AlphaAmiga · 17 October 2022, 14:12

Im looking at doing an overhaul on my towered A1200, part of that is switching from the PCKey 1200.

I am aware my current 2 best options are the Lyra 3 and SUM USB adaptors.

I know the Lyra 3 is PS/2 and although practically a "dead" standard, keyboards are plentiful and generally cheaper than USB (plus I've read they are much more compatible with the Amiga through the adaptor than USB?).

Obviously the SUM adaptor will allow USB keyboards to be used and is more future proof and I believe I could use wireless keyboards with this(?) (but this isn't really a deal breaker for me).

Are their any know drawbacks to either? Does anyone have any experience with either/both that could make a recommendation?

Many thanks

17 October 2022, 14:12	#1
AlphaAmiga Registered User Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Liverpool Posts: 164	Lyra 3 vs SUM USB - Any ideas which is better? Im looking at doing an overhaul on my towered A1200, part of that is switching from the PCKey 1200. I am aware my current 2 best options are the Lyra 3 and SUM USB adaptors. I know the Lyra 3 is PS/2 and although practically a "dead" standard, keyboards are plentiful and generally cheaper than USB (plus I've read they are much more compatible with the Amiga through the adaptor than USB?). Obviously the SUM adaptor will allow USB keyboards to be used and is more future proof and I believe I could use wireless keyboards with this(?) (but this isn't really a deal breaker for me). Are their any know drawbacks to either? Does anyone have any experience with either/both that could make a recommendation? Many thanks