How do i buy that or is it already sold out ? First time getting a custom keyboard. Thankfully i am learning alot from you =) But the button in the page already says sold out. Do i wait on 26th or did i already lost my chance ?
@@HipyoTech I was just just wandering that a guy like you that tests out a lot of keyboards hasn't tried out wooting. Even when you mentioned the best keyboards of the year. Try expanding your brands
Just bought myself a Keychron Q6. My God, I never knew the keyboard rabbit hole went so deep. I need to resist, but as a developer that writes code for about 10 hours every day for the last 32 years, my keyboard is my weapon, and it needs to be super sharp.
you got me into keyboards, and i actually made my first build this week. my interest in keyboards has been overly obsessive since i started watching your videos.... now since i didnt want to spend tons of money on my first build, i had gotten some of the cheapest stuff i could get, but the best reviewed i could find for the sound i wanted. i finally settled with a womier k66, gateron yellow v2 pros, a kilmat and some PE foam, and a super lube pen (i also got a cable mod cable, since i will never be buying another and its a good quality.) im getting some cheaper doubleshot pbt keycaps in, but i just wanna thank you for making some AWESOME videos to get me into keyboards, and to help me figure out what sounds best for me.
Hey, congrats on your first build! That's awesome to hear. As for your next upgrade, have you considered the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule? It's a compact powerhouse with vacuuming and blowing capabilities, perfect for keeping your desktop and other spaces spotless. Plus, it's reasonably priced compared to other brands. Definitely worth checking out!
Hey {{3}}! I'm glad to hear that you've found a passion for keyboards and even built your own. It's an exciting journey! If you're looking to optimize your desktop setup, have you considered adding the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule? It's a compact device that offers powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, perfect for maintaining a spotless environment. It's worth checking out! Let me know if you need any more advice or recommendations. Happy tech-ing!
I was heavily debating on getting a Keychron V2 since all I've heard are great things. After a couple of videos I decided to go for an Akko 3068b (black/pink) since it had the look I wanted and like Keychron, it sounds good stock. I don't plan to mod anything until I learn more about the hobby but your videos have been a great start!
Hey there! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. If you're looking for a versatile tool to keep your desktop and other spaces clean, I can suggest considering the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule. It offers powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, making it handy for various cleaning tasks. Plus, its reasonable price and good quality make it a solid option compared to other brands. Hope this helps!
Q1 was my first custom and I still use it every now and then. Super good way to get into the hobby, you need to mod it so it kinda forces you to learn the hobby
So glad to hear someone else giving praises to the Keychron V-Series. It is...absolutely amazing. I have like...4 or 5 of them so far and I actually prefer them to my Q-Series boards.
Hipyo you are mushy and wonderful ;) Genuinely love your videos, has really been a great intro into the custom community in a way that made sense for a complete noob and has given me the confidence to start modifying my first board. Keep up the good work mate :)
I hope you upload videos a lot this year. I just found your channel a few weeks back, and love your presentation when discussing building a keyboard. Because of you I bought a few cheap boards and keycaps to practice a build and see if it is a hobby I want to get into. Thanks for all the content thus far.
Hey {{3}}! I'm glad you found the channel and that you're enjoying the content. It's great to hear that you're getting into keyboard building and trying out different boards. Have you considered adding the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule to your setup? It's a handy tool for keeping your keyboard and desktop spotless. Check it out!
Tried out three keyboards this year and my favorite is DEFINITELY the Akko ACR 75 V2. Sounds fantastic, gaskets and south facing with RGB underglow. And it’s quite cheap. I payed 72€ with shipping which is as expensive as the RK61 in my country. Absolutely in love. 100% recommendation.
I'm new to the keyboard scene, and my first (and only) keyboard is the Keychron K8 and while I like it, gosh I wish I had seen a video like this, as it's allot more informative than my method of hoping enough people on Reddit gave me consistent recommendations.
my hippo caps are arriving today and I'm so excited!!! this ups guy is gonna see a 33 year old man acting like an 8 year old on christmas when they arrive! (hippos are my favorite)
Thanks Hippyo tech! I got a 60% womier earlier this year to tide me over until I can catch the keychron V6 in stock! tried a few diff mods, but I gotta say my definite preferred setup is (weirdly) some gateron oil king switches with a light lubing!
I bought the GMMK Pro while it was on sale for Black Friday and am pretty happy with it. I recognize it isn't the best, but my keyboard needed replacing and I don't really have the time (needed keyboard) nor space to just wait around or have multiple options. So the perma-in stock is a major bonus that just can't be discounted. I came from an old razer chroma. I also bought their lubed panda switches, so far so good. I have noticed a few keys that don't seem to activate consistently. Not sure if that is a keyboard/pcb issue, or a common thing when you buy switches where a few in the pack are going to be DOA.
Hey there! Thanks for sharing your experience with the GMMK Pro. It's great that the perma-in stock option was a major plus for you. Regarding the inconsistent key activations, it could potentially be an issue with the switches or the PCB. Did you try reaching out to customer support for assistance? On another note, have you considered using the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule to keep your keyboard clean? It's a versatile tool with powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities that could help maintain your setup. Happy tech-ing!
For some reason UA-cam always pushes keyboard content and reviews at me. I'm not sure why, I'm not interested in basically anything in this video, but here we are. I use a Dvorak, ps/2, buckling-spring keyboard from unicomp. It has 4-key(?) roll over and I only use it to occasionally input text. For gaming I use a razer naga trinity + nostromo combo or a controller or dual joystick depending on the game. All that said, these videos are well made and fun to watch - I'm just not sure why they get pushed to me in the first place.
Hipyo, people don't subscribe because they find what keyboard should they buy and then they get the keyboard and no longer need any more information on keyboards. It's like you would expect someone to watch a "how to change oil in your car" video every day... Btw. I have some mod video ideas let me know if you would like to hear them out.
I found your channel late last year and it inspired me to upgrade from my old keyboard of 6 years that was not hot-swappable. I got a Nuphy Halo75 with Rose Glacier tactile switches, and lubed the switches+modded a few of the stabilizers (most of them were surprisingly secure). Since then I replaced the switches with lubed Baby Raccoon linear switches and slightly heavier retro PTB keycaps. It feels and sounds amazing to type on, which is great because I should be happy with the tool I see and use while I work!
Hey there, {{3}}! I recently discovered the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule and it's been a game-changer for keeping my desk clean. The powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, along with the multiple tubes and high-quality filters, make it worth considering. Plus, the swift keyboard cleaning and efficient storage features are pretty neat. Check it out!
I cannot thank you enough Hipyo, I have been watching your videos for over a year now (Along with countless other keyboard enthusiast UA-camrs). I recently decided to try a custom keyboard build, and having watched so much of your content, it made the process a breeze. I want to let you know that you make great content and I care about you.--------------------------------Keyboard specs and mod info - Aluminum white KBDFans Tofu65 case, Hotswap RGB KBDFans PCB, Polycarbonate plate, Gateron Oil Kings, Durock V2 stabs (Holee modded+lubed krytox G205g0), Foggy forest keycap set, plate foam, Tape modded 3 layers (electrical tape). extra info i put tape on the sides of the pcb and it extends onto the edge of the plate (idk if this part of the mod helps but i did it and it sounds nice). End result - pop/THOCC! Again Hipyo, Thank you.😄
Hey there, {{3}}! As a fellow keyboard enthusiast and tech lover, I can totally relate to your excitement about trying out custom keyboard builds. It's great to know that Hipyo's content has been helpful to you throughout the process. If you ever need any advice or recommendations on PC building, desktop setups, or notebook upgrades, feel free to ask! By the way, have you considered adding the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule to your setup? It's a fantastic tool for keeping your workspace clean and maintaining peak performance. I highly recommend checking it out!
I have the Keychron keyboard - A few things I want to highlight 1- return is not available (you cannot return the product once you paid for it ) 2 - its software(Bluetooth) is worse - it won't work properly 3- the battery in the starting you get 1 week but later on 3 to 4 hr only(i have been using it for 6 months)
I've watched so many of your videos and I'm interested in keyboards but I somehow don't get it. Almost all of them look the same and have the same layout. It's so boring and borderline bad for sb like me who wants a 96 or fullsize keyboard because I actually need the numpad. Also not a single mention about ISO layouts. I don't want to critize you in any way but the keyboard community as a whole. There is so much we could do but it's literally always TKL ANSI and low-profile doesn't really exist at all. And I also want to mention the pricing. Holy sh.. 100$ for a pair of keycaps? What the actual f? Excuse me but who is seriously buying keycaps for over 50$. They remain pieces of plastic and they definitly aren't worth more than 50$. I don't think anybody will spend more than that but I could be wrong tho.
New to the mech hobby. Videos like this - straight to the point, easy to follow, and entertaining without being annoying - really make it accessible for us newbies. Thank you! Subbed.
Hey {{3}}! As a fellow tech enthusiast, I understand the importance of keeping our setups clean and well-maintained. Have you heard of the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule? It's a compact and powerful tool that offers both vacuuming and blowing capabilities. Its high suction power and versatile accessories make it great for cleaning keyboards, desks, cars, and more. Definitely worth checking out!
What is the best wireless, mechanical, backlit keyboard with multi Bluetooth connectivity? I don’t want to do stuff, just buy a good feeling keyboard. 😊
I bought the Keychron Q3, but decided I need to keep my wrists working for the coming decades, so I switched to the Keychron K3 (RGB + hot swappable keychron switches) and loved it so much I got another for myself (instead of work). Initially I missed the keypad and the insert key (as a programmer I sometimes need it for a shortcut), but the keypad was just something I had to learn, and the missing Insert key can be used via `Fn + Del`. I now hate larger keyboards (like the Q3) - they're just too chonkey for me!
One of the problems I have being in Mexico is that it's damn near imposible to find good, appropriately priced keyboards in the ISO layout, or keycaps with support for Spanish layouts, I would love to hear some advice though
I do love all your keyboard reviews but the only thing I hate about custom keyboards is that they almost never comes in the layout I need. I need the Nordic iso layout because I am from Sweden.
Yeah it's ridicolous. Billions of options and then you just have the ANSI US Layout. I say ridiculous because covering layouts offer should be the first thing from a keyboard manufacturer. This tells a lot on how stupid this market is.
Get the Tecware Phantom 87 (TKL) or Tecware Spectre Pro (Full Size) if you want a good budget board, if you want a really good TKL board tho get the Tecware Phantom Elite (you can get like Gateron yellows instead of just Outemu blue, brown, or red)
Thanks for the video! I know personally I'm still looking for the board of my dreams, but I think I may never find it due to its layout. I'm actually shocked that no one makes a board that is 60% or 75% with a left side macro. The closet I found was the KL-90 Woodland, but I can't spend the money for such a board.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Have you considered trying out the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule? It's a compact and powerful vacuum/blower combo that could be a game-changer for keeping your desk clean. I've been using it for a while, and the keyboard cleaning feature is especially impressive. Check it out and let me know what you think!
I'm typing this on an NZXT Mini TKL right now, but it's my first mechanical and I got it for half price, so I'm a pretty big fan so far. I think that, as someone who's upgrading from an incredibly cheapo rattly membrane keyboard, literally anything would've been good, but I think the main reasons I'm not bothered by the issues you pointed out in that video are 1: I don't plan on taking this keyboard apart until I stop using it, 2: I think you might've cut it a little more slack if you'd gotten it for $60, and 3: I realized that I'm probably gonna need to build a split keyboard to prevent hand strain anyway, so at WORST, I basically just paid $60 for an OK set of caps and switches (which... I think is a decent price?) But yeah, all the problems you had in your video about it are definitely real; I just happen to have other priorities.
Even the C series from Keychron improved by a noticeable margin. I recently bought the Keychron C1 (for office work) and by stock it already sounded good with my FFF switches + Akko ASA keycaps set, and mind you, Akko ASA is VERY notorious for sounding like a pinging marble (negative way to described it) yet when I had with the C1, it all suddenly sounds thocky and smooth~
Hey {{3}}! I totally understand the struggle of finding the perfect keyboard. The Keychron C series has definitely improved, and I love the thocky and smooth sound it delivers. By the way, have you considered upgrading your cleaning routine? The HOTO Compressed Air Capsule is an excellent tool for maintaining a spotless environment on your desk and beyond. It offers powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, making it a must-have for any tech enthusiast. Check it out!
Every few years I check reviews. I am still using my Logitech G15 from 2006...Something about the spacing and feel. Just got so used to it, other keyboards throw me way off when gaming.
Got a keychron V1 around the end of last year and just did the tape mod and filled the spacebar with a bit of foam and it sounds really good. If anyone has recommendations for some easy to do mods I could do to it that would be cool. Sounds really good though even just stock
This was kind of a wasted video. You broke your one and only rule, that they should be in stock. EVERY keyboard you recommended is out of stock. Sure, the keycaps and keys were a nice addition but when the defeat the purpose of your own rules from the beginning, you defeat the purpose of the video. Maybe should have just said this was a key and key cap recommendations.
I like the selection Keychron has. I've not seen any other place with that many layouts available where you can guarantee the board will be decent quality.
In December 2022 I built my very very first mechanical keyboard using RK71 and AKKO Lavender Purples. Then this month I ordered a lube kit and managed to clip and Holee mod the stock stabs and lubed the switches for the first time ever. It turned out great, especially for my first build! Next, I will be building something for my boyfriend as he got fascinated by my process and the final keyboard. Thanks to Hipyo and many other keyboard channels!
I got a Keychron Q6 as I Have to have the full size. I did pay like 80 Bucks for a Galaxy Keycapset that looks absolutely amazing. this is my first ever "Custom keyboard" I've been using a Razer Chroma Greenswitches since 2017... it still works 100% and wouldnt die. I wanted to Experience the THOCK. and I'm very satisfied with this.
It seems like tons of the boutique mechanical keyboards have backlights, but they don't have key caps that allow light to shine through. So you can see light coming through the gaps between keys, but in a dark room I expect you would not be able to read the key legends. I'd love to see a roundup of keyboard with well-designed backlighting. If it's RGB, it should have good software to manage it. If it's white, it should present as white and not blue or green or yellow. And above all, it should be practically useful and usable in low-light conditions.
Gotta put an asterisk to the whole "There's a million different options out there" thing: There's a million different options out there* *if you're looking for QWERTY and almost entirely exclude 100% size
Bought a Keychron K10 as I needed something mechanical, backlit, and wireless for both Windows & Mac. Ended up swapping in Boba U4 switches and YMDK pudding keycaps. Moving that to my living room PC and am putting together a K10 Pro with Boba U4s and Drop Skylight keycaps. For full-size wireless mechanical boards, Keychron is the best (and one of the few, admittedly) available!
I didn't expect the keyboard to be so comfortable and enjoyable to use. Its Kaihl BOX switches are fabulous! Dream machines DreamKey TKL Red is the best mech.
I Modded my GMMK 2 and i LOVE it ! I Make it "silence" :D (You can hear it but its very quiet) I Buy hard 70A thin O rings from Glorious, DUROCK Stabiliziers (Holee, Clipped and Lubed) and it Sounds amazing.. Best price to performance when you want a very good SIlence, full keyboard (96%, i need my Numpad xD) It costsin Europe 125 Euro.. so you cant beat that for a very good full pre build, lubed, hot swap keyboard with very good isolation/foam inside
I bought myself a Keychron V1 a few weeks ago as my first non-gaming branded mechanical keyboard. I hotswapped the switches and replaced the keycaps and easily the best sounding keyboard I have ever used.
I finally invested in a mechanical keyboard more than £50 and got the akko ACR Alice pro (had to get an Alice because of wrist injury reasons) and honestly it's the best thing I've ever done. Tape modded and added foam and it sounds and feels amazing. Love the content man keep it up!
Thank you hipyo for making end up in the rabbit hole of mechanical keyboards, I bought a Keychron V6 barebones because of your recommendation of Keychron. So thank you for your very informative and helpful videos, but you also suck for making me love mechanical keyboards. I can no longer accept anything but the one I built or the very best.
What a bizarre gearlust. I'm an audio professional, we lust over compressors and tube equalisers that we don't need... But this, this is the most pure form of PAS (pointless aquasition syndrome) I have ever come across. Wonderfully strange.
Hip, I want to thank you for all the entertaining videos. I stumbled onto your channel for some unknown reason last year. I'm almost an expert in custom keyboards despite never owning one or lubing a switch (thx god). I'm a video editor and I enjoy silent slim mac keyboards. So why am I here? There is something satisfying watching someone do all work. I think I would have a mental break down if I reviewed keyboards for a year.
My main concern is as a writer the letters fading on the keyboards. I am currently going through three a year. So switches etc are not really necessary. Just a keyboard where the letters don't vanish after 3 or 4 months. All suggestions are welcome. Oh, and writers don't make much so price is definitely a factor.
Just ordered a keychron v1, polycarb plate, durock lavenders, durock v2 stabs, durock films and some higher profile double shot PBT keycaps. Thanks for your content it was super helpful
I'm new to this whole keyboard thing, but thanks for making this video! I'm definitely going get the Keychon V1 as my current keyboard space bar is falling apart.
Thanks for this. I ordered a Keychron V Something because it'll be the first one I've tried since my IT days in the 90s. I don't know if I'll even like them 😅
Phew...I bought my first mechanical with hot swappable keys tonight on a whim and I was lucky enough that it was a Keychron V series. I thought I fucked up bad until I seen the end of this vid lol.
I very much agree that the hippos are very much a delicacy to lube. I have purchased these last year as a gift to someone and I did a lot of fine tuning and the sound just came out to being super worth it. So its a good thing I'm getting confirmation from the keyboard pro that it was a good option 👍
Just ordered the monsgeek m1 a few days ago, which I believe is your upcoming vid you mentioned. My shipment got returned to akko and they haven't responded to anything yet, so hopefully you'll have better luck. Appreciate the good reviews man!
too many options, i have choice paralysis
dont get anything 😊
The choice paradox.
Then get a board, switches and caps separately and just choose stuff that's good and you like
Just so you know, keyboard paralysis isn’t exclusive to a certain amount of people. It’s for everyone. It’s a part of the human brain.
@@RawPidgeonYummy who said it was exclusive
I really did not get any conclusion regarding
1. The best keyboard
2. The best budget keyboard
true
@@olumoxthe best is Wooting 60HE
hipyo thank you for consistently saving me from being forced to try things, especially 40 this time
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Note: The Zoom 65 I talk about is now on sale with an upgrade.
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How do i buy that or is it already sold out ? First time getting a custom keyboard. Thankfully i am learning alot from you =) But the button in the page already says sold out. Do i wait on 26th or did i already lost my chance ?
@@tapatsos Just wait for Jan 26th!
@@HipyoTech why don't you ever mention razer or wooting keyboards. Or are you just sponsored buly these other brands?
@@kingmalcolmxx Havent checked out wooting yet, most razer boards are just a bit boring to me - I own a few.
@@HipyoTech I was just just wandering that a guy like you that tests out a lot of keyboards hasn't tried out wooting. Even when you mentioned the best keyboards of the year. Try expanding your brands
I followed the instructions in the thumbnail.
Oh my gosh I love y'all 🙏
@@HipyoTech thx 😊 - Gav
@@theslowmoguys I did not have you guys down as keyboard people…
Keychron
I have no idea what "this keyboard is fine" or "this keyboard is decent" mean.
Fine is okay, decent is a little less than fine
Just bought myself a Keychron Q6. My God, I never knew the keyboard rabbit hole went so deep. I need to resist, but as a developer that writes code for about 10 hours every day for the last 32 years, my keyboard is my weapon, and it needs to be super sharp.
So, what did you choose? I'm on search for main weapon too, btw
@@scalarcoding Keychron Q6. Great keyboard.
you got me into keyboards, and i actually made my first build this week. my interest in keyboards has been overly obsessive since i started watching your videos.... now since i didnt want to spend tons of money on my first build, i had gotten some of the cheapest stuff i could get, but the best reviewed i could find for the sound i wanted. i finally settled with a womier k66, gateron yellow v2 pros, a kilmat and some PE foam, and a super lube pen (i also got a cable mod cable, since i will never be buying another and its a good quality.) im getting some cheaper doubleshot pbt keycaps in, but i just wanna thank you for making some AWESOME videos to get me into keyboards, and to help me figure out what sounds best for me.
Hey, congrats on your first build! That's awesome to hear. As for your next upgrade, have you considered the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule? It's a compact powerhouse with vacuuming and blowing capabilities, perfect for keeping your desktop and other spaces spotless. Plus, it's reasonably priced compared to other brands. Definitely worth checking out!
Hey {{3}}! I'm glad to hear that you've found a passion for keyboards and even built your own. It's an exciting journey! If you're looking to optimize your desktop setup, have you considered adding the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule? It's a compact device that offers powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, perfect for maintaining a spotless environment. It's worth checking out! Let me know if you need any more advice or recommendations. Happy tech-ing!
I was heavily debating on getting a Keychron V2 since all I've heard are great things. After a couple of videos I decided to go for an Akko 3068b (black/pink) since it had the look I wanted and like Keychron, it sounds good stock. I don't plan to mod anything until I learn more about the hobby but your videos have been a great start!
Hipyo you are genuinely one of my favorite creators, keep up the amazing work!
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@@TheYeahh ayo 😏
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Hey there! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. If you're looking for a versatile tool to keep your desktop and other spaces clean, I can suggest considering the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule. It offers powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, making it handy for various cleaning tasks. Plus, its reasonable price and good quality make it a solid option compared to other brands. Hope this helps!
Hipyo, you're mushy and wonderful. Thanks for a great year of videos and getting me into this crazy hobby.
If you take into account availability of ISO or JIS style keyboards, Keychron becomes even more of a recommendation in my mind.
Q1 was my first custom and I still use it every now and then. Super good way to get into the hobby, you need to mod it so it kinda forces you to learn the hobby
So glad to hear someone else giving praises to the Keychron V-Series. It is...absolutely amazing. I have like...4 or 5 of them so far and I actually prefer them to my Q-Series boards.
these look good man, which one should i buy from their website?
Hipyo you are mushy and wonderful ;)
Genuinely love your videos, has really been a great intro into the custom community in a way that made sense for a complete noob and has given me the confidence to start modifying my first board. Keep up the good work mate :)
I hope you upload videos a lot this year. I just found your channel a few weeks back, and love your presentation when discussing building a keyboard. Because of you I bought a few cheap boards and keycaps to practice a build and see if it is a hobby I want to get into. Thanks for all the content thus far.
Hey {{3}}! I'm glad you found the channel and that you're enjoying the content. It's great to hear that you're getting into keyboard building and trying out different boards. Have you considered adding the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule to your setup? It's a handy tool for keeping your keyboard and desktop spotless. Check it out!
Tried out three keyboards this year and my favorite is DEFINITELY the Akko ACR 75 V2. Sounds fantastic, gaskets and south facing with RGB underglow. And it’s quite cheap. I payed 72€ with shipping which is as expensive as the RK61 in my country. Absolutely in love. 100% recommendation.
acr 75 v2 is definitely a great budget board
nice
but has no knob
I've had the same keyboard for 15 years. Works great! Thanks Logitech.
Me too.
I'm new to the keyboard scene, and my first (and only) keyboard is the Keychron K8 and while I like it, gosh I wish I had seen a video like this, as it's allot more informative than my method of hoping enough people on Reddit gave me consistent recommendations.
which one do you recommend bro?
my hippo caps are arriving today and I'm so excited!!!
this ups guy is gonna see a 33 year old man acting like an 8 year old on christmas when they arrive!
(hippos are my favorite)
Came here confused, left with even more confusion 😢 can u just recommend something i can buy and use right away. I dont have time to get into these bs
Thanks Hippyo tech! I got a 60% womier earlier this year to tide me over until I can catch the keychron V6 in stock! tried a few diff mods, but I gotta say my definite preferred setup is (weirdly) some gateron oil king switches with a light lubing!
I bought the GMMK Pro while it was on sale for Black Friday and am pretty happy with it.
I recognize it isn't the best, but my keyboard needed replacing and I don't really have the time (needed keyboard) nor space to just wait around or have multiple options. So the perma-in stock is a major bonus that just can't be discounted. I came from an old razer chroma.
I also bought their lubed panda switches, so far so good. I have noticed a few keys that don't seem to activate consistently. Not sure if that is a keyboard/pcb issue, or a common thing when you buy switches where a few in the pack are going to be DOA.
Hey there! Thanks for sharing your experience with the GMMK Pro. It's great that the perma-in stock option was a major plus for you. Regarding the inconsistent key activations, it could potentially be an issue with the switches or the PCB. Did you try reaching out to customer support for assistance? On another note, have you considered using the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule to keep your keyboard clean? It's a versatile tool with powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities that could help maintain your setup. Happy tech-ing!
For some reason UA-cam always pushes keyboard content and reviews at me. I'm not sure why, I'm not interested in basically anything in this video, but here we are.
I use a Dvorak, ps/2, buckling-spring keyboard from unicomp. It has 4-key(?) roll over and I only use it to occasionally input text.
For gaming I use a razer naga trinity + nostromo combo or a controller or dual joystick depending on the game.
All that said, these videos are well made and fun to watch - I'm just not sure why they get pushed to me in the first place.
I got the Q6 knob version, added some foam to the inside and it's a fantastic board.
Hipyo, people don't subscribe because they find what keyboard should they buy and then they get the keyboard and no longer need any more information on keyboards.
It's like you would expect someone to watch a "how to change oil in your car" video every day...
Btw. I have some mod video ideas let me know if you would like to hear them out.
I found your channel late last year and it inspired me to upgrade from my old keyboard of 6 years that was not hot-swappable. I got a Nuphy Halo75 with Rose Glacier tactile switches, and lubed the switches+modded a few of the stabilizers (most of them were surprisingly secure). Since then I replaced the switches with lubed Baby Raccoon linear switches and slightly heavier retro PTB keycaps. It feels and sounds amazing to type on, which is great because I should be happy with the tool I see and use while I work!
Hey there, {{3}}! I recently discovered the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule and it's been a game-changer for keeping my desk clean. The powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, along with the multiple tubes and high-quality filters, make it worth considering. Plus, the swift keyboard cleaning and efficient storage features are pretty neat. Check it out!
You keep talking about "better" without a single word about what makes a keyboard better or worse.
I cannot thank you enough Hipyo, I have been watching your videos for over a year now (Along with countless other keyboard enthusiast UA-camrs). I recently decided to try a custom keyboard build, and having watched so much of your content, it made the process a breeze. I want to let you know that you make great content and I care about you.--------------------------------Keyboard specs and mod info - Aluminum white KBDFans Tofu65 case, Hotswap RGB KBDFans PCB, Polycarbonate plate, Gateron Oil Kings, Durock V2 stabs (Holee modded+lubed krytox G205g0), Foggy forest keycap set, plate foam, Tape modded 3 layers (electrical tape). extra info i put tape on the sides of the pcb and it extends onto the edge of the plate (idk if this part of the mod helps but i did it and it sounds nice). End result - pop/THOCC! Again Hipyo, Thank you.😄
Hey there, {{3}}! As a fellow keyboard enthusiast and tech lover, I can totally relate to your excitement about trying out custom keyboard builds. It's great to know that Hipyo's content has been helpful to you throughout the process. If you ever need any advice or recommendations on PC building, desktop setups, or notebook upgrades, feel free to ask! By the way, have you considered adding the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule to your setup? It's a fantastic tool for keeping your workspace clean and maintaining peak performance. I highly recommend checking it out!
I have the Keychron keyboard - A few things I want to highlight 1- return is not available (you cannot return the product once you paid for it ) 2 - its software(Bluetooth) is worse - it won't work properly 3- the battery in the starting you get 1 week but later on 3 to 4 hr only(i have been using it for 6 months)
I've watched so many of your videos and I'm interested in keyboards but I somehow don't get it. Almost all of them look the same and have the same layout. It's so boring and borderline bad for sb like me who wants a 96 or fullsize keyboard because I actually need the numpad.
Also not a single mention about ISO layouts. I don't want to critize you in any way but the keyboard community as a whole. There is so much we could do but it's literally always TKL ANSI and low-profile doesn't really exist at all. And I also want to mention the pricing. Holy sh.. 100$ for a pair of keycaps? What the actual f? Excuse me but who is seriously buying keycaps for over 50$. They remain pieces of plastic and they definitly aren't worth more than 50$. I don't think anybody will spend more than that but I could be wrong tho.
New to the mech hobby. Videos like this - straight to the point, easy to follow, and entertaining without being annoying - really make it accessible for us newbies. Thank you! Subbed.
Hey {{3}}! As a fellow tech enthusiast, I understand the importance of keeping our setups clean and well-maintained. Have you heard of the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule? It's a compact and powerful tool that offers both vacuuming and blowing capabilities. Its high suction power and versatile accessories make it great for cleaning keyboards, desks, cars, and more. Definitely worth checking out!
It's not straight to the point though. He rambles on and on about nonsensical things. 🤷♂
What is the best wireless, mechanical, backlit keyboard with multi Bluetooth connectivity? I don’t want to do stuff, just buy a good feeling keyboard. 😊
Hipyo, you're mushy and wonderful. Looking forward to what you try in 2023!
My Keychron Q5 arrived today. You forgot to warn us to lift with our legs when picking this up! This baby THOCKS! Love it!
I bought the Keychron Q3, but decided I need to keep my wrists working for the coming decades, so I switched to the Keychron K3 (RGB + hot swappable keychron switches) and loved it so much I got another for myself (instead of work).
Initially I missed the keypad and the insert key (as a programmer I sometimes need it for a shortcut), but the keypad was just something I had to learn, and the missing Insert key can be used via `Fn + Del`. I now hate larger keyboards (like the Q3) - they're just too chonkey for me!
One of the problems I have being in Mexico is that it's damn near imposible to find good, appropriately priced keyboards in the ISO layout, or keycaps with support for Spanish layouts, I would love to hear some advice though
QWERTY
@@aleks-lj9yq sorry?
@@fakeemojace4196 it’s impossible to find customs with ISO, better learn QWERTY imo
I got a Montex and a Niz because of you (at least partially) and I love them!
I do love all your keyboard reviews but the only thing I hate about custom keyboards is that they almost never comes in the layout I need. I need the Nordic iso layout because I am from Sweden.
Yeah it's ridicolous. Billions of options and then you just have the ANSI US Layout. I say ridiculous because covering layouts offer should be the first thing from a keyboard manufacturer. This tells a lot on how stupid this market is.
Thanks hipyo, I probably should’ve waited for this video before buying my current keyboard, it is good though, Epomaker TH66 with gat browns
does he have a video about your keyboard? i bought th66 too but i didn't find any video about in his channel
I hope this helps me decide what keyboard to buy that is budget friendly (if it doesn’t I know it’s going to be a great video anyway!)
Get the Tecware Phantom 87 (TKL) or Tecware Spectre Pro (Full Size) if you want a good budget board, if you want a really good TKL board tho get the Tecware Phantom Elite (you can get like Gateron yellows instead of just Outemu blue, brown, or red)
Oh also they added “Wraith” switches to the phantom 87 which I have no idea what they are 😂
Thanks for the suggestion I will definitely check it out
@@Carbon13. the Wraith switches are gonna be available in February (on the US Amazon website)
Okay I will definitely check them out @hotcargmd
Great video, thanks. I just bought a Logitech MX mechanical mini 😀
Thanks for the video! I know personally I'm still looking for the board of my dreams, but I think I may never find it due to its layout. I'm actually shocked that no one makes a board that is 60% or 75% with a left side macro. The closet I found was the KL-90 Woodland, but I can't spend the money for such a board.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Have you considered trying out the HOTO Compressed Air Capsule? It's a compact and powerful vacuum/blower combo that could be a game-changer for keeping your desk clean. I've been using it for a while, and the keyboard cleaning feature is especially impressive. Check it out and let me know what you think!
We gotta see a video on the Nuphy Halo75! Rose Glacier switches. It’s 10/10.
I'm typing this on an NZXT Mini TKL right now, but it's my first mechanical and I got it for half price, so I'm a pretty big fan so far. I think that, as someone who's upgrading from an incredibly cheapo rattly membrane keyboard, literally anything would've been good, but I think the main reasons I'm not bothered by the issues you pointed out in that video are 1: I don't plan on taking this keyboard apart until I stop using it, 2: I think you might've cut it a little more slack if you'd gotten it for $60, and 3: I realized that I'm probably gonna need to build a split keyboard to prevent hand strain anyway, so at WORST, I basically just paid $60 for an OK set of caps and switches (which... I think is a decent price?) But yeah, all the problems you had in your video about it are definitely real; I just happen to have other priorities.
wow thankyou hipyo not only did this change my perspective of what keeb i should buy but also this made my mom proud coz i don have any hobbies
Even the C series from Keychron improved by a noticeable margin. I recently bought the Keychron C1 (for office work) and by stock it already sounded good with my FFF switches + Akko ASA keycaps set, and mind you, Akko ASA is VERY notorious for sounding like a pinging marble (negative way to described it) yet when I had with the C1, it all suddenly sounds thocky and smooth~
Hey {{3}}! I totally understand the struggle of finding the perfect keyboard. The Keychron C series has definitely improved, and I love the thocky and smooth sound it delivers. By the way, have you considered upgrading your cleaning routine? The HOTO Compressed Air Capsule is an excellent tool for maintaining a spotless environment on your desk and beyond. It offers powerful vacuuming and blowing capabilities, making it a must-have for any tech enthusiast. Check it out!
Every few years I check reviews. I am still using my Logitech G15 from 2006...Something about the spacing and feel. Just got so used to it, other keyboards throw me way off when gaming.
Got a keychron V1 around the end of last year and just did the tape mod and filled the spacebar with a bit of foam and it sounds really good. If anyone has recommendations for some easy to do mods I could do to it that would be cool. Sounds really good though even just stock
The best mod doesn't even require opening the board: Customize the firmware. QMK is awesome.
Are there any videos on how to fill the spacebar with foam? Like what kind of foam? Do you glue it in place or just put it in there?
K8 Pro are absolutely my favorite. I have three of them now. RGB and Aluminum board.
This was kind of a wasted video. You broke your one and only rule, that they should be in stock. EVERY keyboard you recommended is out of stock. Sure, the keycaps and keys were a nice addition but when the defeat the purpose of your own rules from the beginning, you defeat the purpose of the video. Maybe should have just said this was a key and key cap recommendations.
I like the selection Keychron has. I've not seen any other place with that many layouts available where you can guarantee the board will be decent quality.
Insufferable.
I just love the echo "Ohh YeahhHHh" transition :D. Subscribed just because of it! :D
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Thank you for the reviews, it certainly saves a lot of time. No offense, but Zoom is always sold out, so it's pretty useless. Btw, your cat rocks.
In December 2022 I built my very very first mechanical keyboard using RK71 and AKKO Lavender Purples. Then this month I ordered a lube kit and managed to clip and Holee mod the stock stabs and lubed the switches for the first time ever. It turned out great, especially for my first build! Next, I will be building something for my boyfriend as he got fascinated by my process and the final keyboard.
Thanks to Hipyo and many other keyboard channels!
Times stamps would be welcome for this kind of video
As an avid OSRS player, had no idea you built Settled a keyboard. The HCIM logo in the corner is incredible!
I got a Keychron Q6 as I Have to have the full size. I did pay like 80 Bucks for a Galaxy Keycapset that looks absolutely amazing. this is my first ever "Custom keyboard" I've been using a Razer Chroma Greenswitches since 2017... it still works 100% and wouldnt die. I wanted to Experience the THOCK. and I'm very satisfied with this.
I got a filco with black switches... it's already 10 years old. And it works great.
It seems like tons of the boutique mechanical keyboards have backlights, but they don't have key caps that allow light to shine through. So you can see light coming through the gaps between keys, but in a dark room I expect you would not be able to read the key legends.
I'd love to see a roundup of keyboard with well-designed backlighting. If it's RGB, it should have good software to manage it. If it's white, it should present as white and not blue or green or yellow. And above all, it should be practically useful and usable in low-light conditions.
I got a Keychron Q3 myself, modded it with Oil King switches and serenity keycaps from drop, I love it.
Gotta put an asterisk to the whole "There's a million different options out there" thing:
There's a million different options out there*
*if you're looking for QWERTY and almost entirely exclude 100% size
Bought a Keychron K10 as I needed something mechanical, backlit, and wireless for both Windows & Mac. Ended up swapping in Boba U4 switches and YMDK pudding keycaps. Moving that to my living room PC and am putting together a K10 Pro with Boba U4s and Drop Skylight keycaps. For full-size wireless mechanical boards, Keychron is the best (and one of the few, admittedly) available!
I didn't expect the keyboard to be so comfortable and enjoyable to use. Its Kaihl BOX switches are fabulous! Dream machines DreamKey TKL Red is the best mech.
i love that settled keyboard, random osrs cameos always make me smile
I Modded my GMMK 2 and i LOVE it ! I Make it "silence" :D (You can hear it but its very quiet)
I Buy hard 70A thin O rings from Glorious, DUROCK Stabiliziers (Holee, Clipped and Lubed) and it Sounds amazing..
Best price to performance when you want a very good SIlence, full keyboard (96%, i need my Numpad xD)
It costsin Europe 125 Euro.. so you cant beat that for a very good full pre build, lubed, hot swap keyboard with very good isolation/foam inside
I have honed the nerdiness level of my youtube browsing for many years. But this video. It hits the absolute top.
I bought myself a Keychron V1 a few weeks ago as my first non-gaming branded mechanical keyboard. I hotswapped the switches and replaced the keycaps and easily the best sounding keyboard I have ever used.
Finally resolved to buy a custom keyboard, thank you hipyo! Love all you video and appreciate your efforts ❤
I finally invested in a mechanical keyboard more than £50 and got the akko ACR Alice pro (had to get an Alice because of wrist injury reasons) and honestly it's the best thing I've ever done. Tape modded and added foam and it sounds and feels amazing. Love the content man keep it up!
The best keyboard is a Hipyo approved keyboard that FITS YOUR BUDGET! (edit: and in stock 🤞) (edit edit: Hi Nola we love you ❤)
I actually put sand in my Ducky One 2 mini... It broke 2-3 weeks later, prob because of the sand LMAO
Just got a fully assembled keychron v1 for $59.99 on Amazon for prime day! Gonna throw in some G Pro 3 Yellows
Now that's a thing I never knew I needed--- lubing switches.
Thank you hipyo for making end up in the rabbit hole of mechanical keyboards, I bought a Keychron V6 barebones because of your recommendation of Keychron. So thank you for your very informative and helpful videos, but you also suck for making me love mechanical keyboards. I can no longer accept anything but the one I built or the very best.
40 keyboards with the same layout. You should try the x-bow. all the important key on the weak pinky finger is moved to the middle
What a bizarre gearlust. I'm an audio professional, we lust over compressors and tube equalisers that we don't need... But this, this is the most pure form of PAS (pointless aquasition syndrome) I have ever come across. Wonderfully strange.
wait, i came here for keyboard info and found out your cat is also named Nola! NOLA SAYS "HI NOLA"
Just got 5 keyboards. Glad I saw this before my next haul
Hip, I want to thank you for all the entertaining videos. I stumbled onto your channel for some unknown reason last year. I'm almost an expert in custom keyboards despite never owning one or lubing a switch (thx god). I'm a video editor and I enjoy silent slim mac keyboards. So why am I here? There is something satisfying watching someone do all work. I think I would have a mental break down if I reviewed keyboards for a year.
you sound just like the guy who does the narration for the Oversimplified videos and i love it
My main concern is as a writer the letters fading on the keyboards. I am currently going through three a year. So switches etc are not really necessary. Just a keyboard where the letters don't vanish after 3 or 4 months. All suggestions are welcome. Oh, and writers don't make much so price is definitely a factor.
Just ordered a keychron v1, polycarb plate, durock lavenders, durock v2 stabs, durock films and some higher profile double shot PBT keycaps. Thanks for your content it was super helpful
I'm new to this whole keyboard thing, but thanks for making this video! I'm definitely going get the Keychon V1 as my current keyboard space bar is falling apart.
Thanks for this. I ordered a Keychron V Something because it'll be the first one I've tried since my IT days in the 90s. I don't know if I'll even like them 😅
"Bruh went on throwing keyboards in that basket (probably dustbin) "
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Are you going to review the Q1 Pro when it drops?
I have a Keychron K8 and I absolutely love it, good sound stock, and it feels great.
Do you play competitive videogames? If so, so far how has your experecience has been?
i want a zoom65 for so long but I JUST missed out on the group buy man I've been looking forever.
Your nerdy snobbery was pretty good enough. Keep working on it 😌
Thanks Hipyo! Joining discord was the best decision!
Phew...I bought my first mechanical with hot swappable keys tonight on a whim and I was lucky enough that it was a Keychron V series. I thought I fucked up bad until I seen the end of this vid lol.
I was holding my breath waiting for you to mention my cheap ass keyboard in the " do not buy" section of the video.
I very much agree that the hippos are very much a delicacy to lube. I have purchased these last year as a gift to someone and I did a lot of fine tuning and the sound just came out to being super worth it. So its a good thing I'm getting confirmation from the keyboard pro that it was a good option 👍
Just ordered the monsgeek m1 a few days ago, which I believe is your upcoming vid you mentioned. My shipment got returned to akko and they haven't responded to anything yet, so hopefully you'll have better luck. Appreciate the good reviews man!
Can you please explain me why you aren’t placing the names of the keyboard on screen?
i have the keychron v1 is it good enough to mod ?
So many keebs, and no split ergos. Any chance of a split in 2023? They come with a perfect space between the halves to fit a cat!