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Logitech Illuminated Keyboard is the best keyboard that I have ever used and I have used a lot of them.
I type quite a bit. No keyboard so far has made me type any faster than I already do. I type quite fast on any keyboard once I get used to it. At the moment I have the Logitech Wireless mk360 combo. I really like it, but I've wanted a backlit keyboard for a while, and comfortable mouse would be nice as well. The one with this combo is quite small, but I've gotten used to it.
Those are my thoughts as well, for a membrane or non-mechanical keyboard, the Logitech Illuminated keyboard is the best looking/feeling/functioning I've ever used. The illumination is very nice and even too, as well as adjustable. It is whisper quiet too.
I've always like wireless as well because of less wires and more room on my desk because I have so much on it, but if a keyboard is nice and the price as well... who knows.
The key is a keyboard with tactile feedback. If you can learn and adjust to the fact that you only have to press the keys until the click and then release them, you can learn to type faster. It's quite hard for many people to adjust to, no doubt. I don't have any need for backlighting on my keyboard, as I know where the keys are by touch and don't really ever look at the keyboard.
Some box electronics store might have the Logitech on display still, as it is a very popular model........you could look around and get your hands on it to see if you think it's worth it. My guess is you will love how it feels. I like the extended palm rest because I type with my wrists down, instead of up in the air and it is really comfortable for long typing sessions. Quite a few multimedia keys too, and I know you said you need those. I'd try to find one to put my hands on, you'll like it.