So thankful for all the support you guys have given me! Thanks to all the new subscribers on the channel I just got back from university so expect a lot more vids over the summer and let me know if theres any types of videos you would like to see
THERE IS A 9th SCREW HE DIDN'T MENTION After talking the plate off the top case off there is screw in between the backspace and insert key. I almost broke my board trying to take the plate out with that screw in so I hope this helps someone. Other than that this was a great vid and helped a lot, thanks man.
Great tutorial! I just did the same mods on my Keychron C2 (full-size version of C1, MX Cherry Browns) and it worked out great - much quieter and deeper thock-y sound. My only additional advise to those doing the "ghetto lubing" is that it takes about a day of typing for the lube to fully coat the switch, so wait at least a day before adding more lube if you think you put too little.
Thanks I just foamed my c1 with the help of your video. For others that are going to do the foam mod. BE CAREFUL with the plastic surrounding. I broke some plastic hooks when I forced it out haha it still works fine but just be careful. Also when you put the pcb back make sure the switch(windows/mac) is aligned so the switch actually work.
I ordered mine a week ago still waiting for it. The mods you did perfectly describe what I am going to do, just that I lubed gateron yellows that I'm gonna put in it :)
@@ryannnftw it's been great, I'm happy with the buy although I had to talk to customer support to get a new keycap set because mine came all cracked from the factory. It's fine tho, they offered me a new one if I wait a couple weeks. Ive put lubed gateron yellows in it, modded the stabs and put foam underneath, honestly for around 100$ total this is gold
@@zetter5888 That's Awesome! I plan on doing the foam mod definitely and getting after market stabilizers but I'm still stuck on that. Do you recommend any brand specifically? What dimension stabilizers would be needed?
@@ryannnftw Hi, I cant help you with that sorry. I'm new to keyboards so I just took apart the factory ones lubed and band aid modded them and they sound pretty good
I'm thinking about replacing the keycaps too! Thanks so much! Time stamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:37 Taking off keycaps 1:28 Removing screws 2:28 Removing the housing 2:45 Removing the PCB board 3:08 Adding foam 4:21 Placing back the PCB board 5:10 Lubing the switches 5:59 Sound test and outro
@@cyncxd Depends on which version you're getting. Just make sure to select the one that is hotswappable since they also provide versions that aren't but are slightly cheaper
Almost 200 subs u deserve it! i got 300 basically from just streaming but with quality like what your doing u should already at least have 1k. Keep up the awesome work bro and dont let anyone stop you!!
I fr want to do this with my first keyboard I ever order but im scared to mess it up. idk if I should tape mod it or foam mod or lube it. or all of it 💀
If you want to remove the escape key without disassembling the board, I've found that using a piece of floss or thin wire like a standard keycap puller works wonders.
I wanted to get o rings to dampen my keycaps but I’ve found that cutting up the foam into small pieces and sticking them in the corner of the keycaps it works pretty well. 2xkepcap seem to be the sweet spot of feel vs sound.
Im getting a Keychron C1 tomorrow. I think all this stuff is silly - the lubing, the foam paneling, but i can almost bet that within a month ill be doing it too lol.
Nice video I was also seeing that some people use a silicon mold instead of the foam that came with the case. You just mix, pour it in, avoiding the standoffs and boom you got a dampener
ive seen that too yeah but its quite a hassle because it goes everywhere which also means in between every crack which can make it leak to the outside, i think the way you did it with the foam from the box is a perfect balance between effort:results, ofc it can be done more precise and more foam might fit for better isolation but i thats a bit overkill for this keyboard imo
Will it work if I use the foam that's at the bottom of the box (5mm) instead of the one at the top when it's first opened? I accidentally threw it away..
How did you get those switches off so easily? Even with a switch puller, flathead screwdrivers, tweezers, and curette, mine feel like they're glued on. (And yes, I got the hotswappable version.) I am chewing up the very flexible switches with these tools.
hey that's a good comment, I'm not exactly sure. it does sound like something that could happen but so far I've been using it like this for 4 months and it's still ok
This is, but you don't need to be hot swappable to do these mods. Hot swappable just means you can change the switches from brown to another switch if needed!
Nice, I did the EXACT same mods to my k4 last year. Ghetto foam and super lube lol. But I also added PBT keycaps which makes the typing experience way better imo. The stock black and whites are clean though
I'd say the lubing does a lot more for the sound than the foam. lubing helps make the sound less clicky, foam just removes a tiny bit of hollowness from the board, but idk if I could tell the difference with just foam
@@Dakun Foam doesn't just remove the hollowness, it makes the keyboard quieter and a bit thockier. For me the ghetto lubing just doesn't come up to the standards of traditional lubing since you can lube evener with the brush. The gateron browns don't help in that regards that much either, as they are notorious for being SCRATCHY. The sound test of yours hilights it perfectly, it makes them "quieter" and less annoying (in a sense). Hope my opinion isn't the annoying one here O vO)b Good Luck on your path of custom keyboards.
FYI the stock Keychron Brown switches are most likely made by Huano. They have very high tolerances, and as such they have a great deal of stem and housing wobble. While the Gaterons aren't as bad in this regard, switch films are also very helpful in this regard should you stick with the stock switches.
Its quite a pain, Helped me by running the card around the edges to slowly get it off. Theres little plastic clips around and thats what you're aiming for. Once you get >50% of the top housing a little off then its safe to gently try and pry it off using its own leverage
Awesome video, super helpful. I'm curios though, instead of lubing the corners, what if you lubed just 2 of the sides? Would the lube then spread to the corners over time?
yeah I thought about lubing the sides but I didn't want any to spill onto the board so I did corners but sides may be better like you said to get all corners, agree 👍
Honestly I like the minimalistic approach you have, that's why I bought that same keyboard way before I saw ur vid, I like getting the most out of my money. And keep stuff simple, I was wondering what's the best lube to use with the browns that would be world wide available on amazon not a dedicated site or amazon US Only, can u help?
yes It should be pretty similar, just make sure you take out all the screws, and be careful of the battery when removing the pcb board if its bluetooth
hi do your swithes still work following the lube. I planning to do something similar with silicon in the base, a form pad between the pcb and plate and lubing the swithches.
@@Jeltel I used the card to get some space and then used hands to pry it a little more and switched between both of those around the edge, it is really scary cause you feel like you're gonna break it 😰
At Stock, The Keychron C1 does produce a lot of Sharp pitch sound with Gateron browns. But it looks like the modding can do wonders. I am waiting to mod that too. Still waiting for my Durock Plate mounted stabs. Just a small thing, please try to increase the voiceover volume for upcoming videos.
Hi I'm a new keyboard enthusiast and I just bought this board with gateron browns. Do you think the lubing was worth it? Did the browns feel smoother but still have a tactile bump or did it feel like Reds
Hello, lubing the sides of the switches will help, and as long as you dont get the lube on the legs, it it will keep the tactile feel. The way the switches are lubed in the video may or may not get lube on the legs because it might run down the switch in that direction. If you are able to get a keycap switch opener, that is the safest way to ensure you are lubing properly. If you do lube the legs, it will remove a little of the tactile feel but I personally like how it feels I have some browns that are fully lubed and I really enjoy those switches. Best of luck and in the end, you can always experiment with a key you never use ;)
This was a really cool vid! Made me feel a lot better about being a noob and jumping into this! Did the keys show any reliability issues from the "Ghetto" lubing lol?
hey sorry to get back late, glad I could make it friendly I'm a complete noob as well, so far the keyboards been great, I know if you use too much lube though it could damage the board, so I made sure to keep it light. brush is a lot more work but does sound a bit better
the foam was just something extra I've heard off but not needed and here's the link for what I got www.amazon.com/dp/B000BXOGHY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share sorry ugly phone link 😅
@@Iamjake1000 it will last two keyboards i had enough for another left over, try watching other videos on gheto lubing to get more info because they go into more detail since I'm an amateur
So apparently the method of lubing switches used in this video might potentially stop the keys from working if the lube gets on the leaf contacts and prevents the flow of electricity between the two parts of the contact.
So thankful for all the support you guys have given me! Thanks to all the new subscribers on the channel I just got back from university so expect a lot more vids over the summer and let me know if theres any types of videos you would like to see
ghetto lubing is like spray lube lol
THERE IS A 9th SCREW HE DIDN'T MENTION
After talking the plate off the top case off there is screw in between the backspace and insert key. I almost broke my board trying to take the plate out with that screw in so I hope this helps someone. Other than that this was a great vid and helped a lot, thanks man.
Great tutorial! I just did the same mods on my Keychron C2 (full-size version of C1, MX Cherry Browns) and it worked out great - much quieter and deeper thock-y sound.
My only additional advise to those doing the "ghetto lubing" is that it takes about a day of typing for the lube to fully coat the switch, so wait at least a day before adding more lube if you think you put too little.
did you add the MX browns yourself? If not, they're gaterons, just so you know.
Thanks I just foamed my c1 with the help of your video. For others that are going to do the foam mod. BE CAREFUL with the plastic surrounding. I broke some plastic hooks when I forced it out haha it still works fine but just be careful. Also when you put the pcb back make sure the switch(windows/mac) is aligned so the switch actually work.
Although tedious brush lubing is surprisingly meditative. I recommend it, I think the results are worth it.
yeah but if you got the non hotswap version you cant really do that, especially not as a beginner
I ordered mine a week ago still waiting for it. The mods you did perfectly describe what I am going to do, just that I lubed gateron yellows that I'm gonna put in it :)
Did you get it? How's it been?
@@ryannnftw it's been great, I'm happy with the buy although I had to talk to customer support to get a new keycap set because mine came all cracked from the factory. It's fine tho, they offered me a new one if I wait a couple weeks. Ive put lubed gateron yellows in it, modded the stabs and put foam underneath, honestly for around 100$ total this is gold
@@zetter5888 That's Awesome! I plan on doing the foam mod definitely and getting after market stabilizers but I'm still stuck on that. Do you recommend any brand specifically? What dimension stabilizers would be needed?
@@ryannnftw Hi, I cant help you with that sorry. I'm new to keyboards so I just took apart the factory ones lubed and band aid modded them and they sound pretty good
@@ryannnftw Durock v2s or zeal Stabs are a good way to go
I never even thought of using the foam in the box! I was going to spend like 15 extra just for foam. Thanks :)
I'm thinking about replacing the keycaps too! Thanks so much!
Time stamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:37 Taking off keycaps
1:28 Removing screws
2:28 Removing the housing
2:45 Removing the PCB board
3:08 Adding foam
4:21 Placing back the PCB board
5:10 Lubing the switches
5:59 Sound test and outro
oh and is the keyboard hotswappable?
yo thanks for adding this! and yes the keyboard is hot swappable 5 pin or 3 pin
@@cyncxd Depends on which version you're getting. Just make sure to select the one that is hotswappable since they also provide versions that aren't but are slightly cheaper
@@ventroid4473 yeah i reread multiple times
to make sure lol
thanks for the tutorial on how to take apart the keyboard, i never would have figured it out myself
Nice video! The shot where you show the screws highlighted at 1:37 is so choice.
But don't forget the last hidden one next to delete
This dude is doing high quality content and get 100 subs...
now 404!
Almost 200 subs u deserve it! i got 300 basically from just streaming but with quality like what your doing u should already at least have 1k. Keep up the awesome work bro and dont let anyone stop you!!
I just read this comment, thanks man! I really appreciate the best wishes, feels nice
I fr want to do this with my first keyboard I ever order but im scared to mess it up. idk if I should tape mod it or foam mod or lube it. or all of it 💀
If you want to remove the escape key without disassembling the board, I've found that using a piece of floss or thin wire like a standard keycap puller works wonders.
thanks for the help I was stuck after getting the 8 screws out i didnt realize the pins were next
I wanted to get o rings to dampen my keycaps but I’ve found that cutting up the foam into small pieces and sticking them in the corner of the keycaps it works pretty well.
2xkepcap seem to be the sweet spot of feel vs sound.
never use o rings.
Mientras escribo este comentario estoy probando las mejoras y la verdad esta bastante bien. Gracias crack.
Im getting a Keychron C1 tomorrow. I think all this stuff is silly - the lubing, the foam paneling, but i can almost bet that within a month ill be doing it too lol.
Thanks for the guidelines, just did the same. There was no need to make any cutout as there is a lo more room at the top of the keyboard.
hey if i got a non-hot swappable keychron c1, am i still able to put foam inside under the board?? thank you!
Nice video I was also seeing that some people use a silicon mold instead of the foam that came with the case. You just mix, pour it in, avoiding the standoffs and boom you got a dampener
wow that actually seems like an interesting idea, and it would add some nice weight to the board
ive seen that too yeah but its quite a hassle because it goes everywhere which also means in between every crack which can make it leak to the outside, i think the way you did it with the foam from the box is a perfect balance between effort:results, ofc it can be done more precise and more foam might fit for better isolation but i thats a bit overkill for this keyboard imo
Nice video man! Just got a C2 and gonna do this mod this weekend
Will it work if I use the foam that's at the bottom of the box (5mm) instead of the one at the top when it's first opened? I accidentally threw it away..
just ordered it the c1 this is the perfect video for me
glad I could help
How did you get those switches off so easily? Even with a switch puller, flathead screwdrivers, tweezers, and curette, mine feel like they're glued on. (And yes, I got the hotswappable version.) I am chewing up the very flexible switches with these tools.
Added foam and lubed my c1, however escape key has resonating sound and i hate it. any fix ?
Hey is it safe to have PE foam under the keyboards circuit board? I heard it can build up static and damage the keyboard. Thank you
hey that's a good comment, I'm not exactly sure. it does sound like something that could happen but so far I've been using it like this for 4 months and it's still ok
@@Dakun thanks for the info!
Awesome video, man! Subbed!
This man goes to costco
nice and plain.
well done!
gonna try it on the k10.
Great video! Also keep up the good work you could start to blow up soon! Keep pushing!
did u make the holes because u pushed the foam or did u cut holes
I'm thinking about buying the C1, can I still do this mod if I purchase the non hot swappable board?
Yes, you can
2:25 you can jiggle the keycap puller in gently with the prongs aligned vertically and it will fit
damn, your ghetto lubing tactic is gonna save me hours!
is this the hot-swappable variant of the keyboard? and would it need to be hot-swappable in order to do this mod? thanks
This is, but you don't need to be hot swappable to do these mods. Hot swappable just means you can change the switches from brown to another switch if needed!
Aren’t the browns pre-lubed?
Nice, I did the EXACT same mods to my k4 last year. Ghetto foam and super lube lol. But I also added PBT keycaps which makes the typing experience way better imo. The stock black and whites are clean though
Ghetto lubing seems like the way to go lol. Does it help with the sound too? Or is that just the foam
I'd say the lubing does a lot more for the sound than the foam. lubing helps make the sound less clicky, foam just removes a tiny bit of hollowness from the board, but idk if I could tell the difference with just foam
@@Dakun Foam doesn't just remove the hollowness, it makes the keyboard quieter and a bit thockier. For me the ghetto lubing just doesn't come up to the standards of traditional lubing since you can lube evener with the brush. The gateron browns don't help in that regards that much either, as they are notorious for being SCRATCHY. The sound test of yours hilights it perfectly, it makes them "quieter" and less annoying (in a sense).
Hope my opinion isn't the annoying one here O vO)b
Good Luck on your path of custom keyboards.
Thank you so much! I'm going to try this.
What's that oil called ? Where to buy?
FYI the stock Keychron Brown switches are most likely made by Huano. They have very high tolerances, and as such they have a great deal of stem and housing wobble. While the Gaterons aren't as bad in this regard, switch films are also very helpful in this regard should you stick with the stock switches.
I've definitely noticed that recently, I was thinking of either changes the switches, but would be fun to try the film instead
Can you do these mods with the non hop swap version as well?
Pretty sure cause he didn’t really do a hot swap
How do you take off the top of the case? I’ve been trying to foam mod but can’t get it off.
Its quite a pain, Helped me by running the card around the edges to slowly get it off. Theres little plastic clips around and thats what you're aiming for. Once you get >50% of the top housing a little off then its safe to gently try and pry it off using its own leverage
just wondering what song did you use xd
Wow, the lubing is so handy instead to brush every piece😱
Dude you are underated !!!
cool mods! great video! if you like the way those switches feel, try akko ones too!
tried to disassemble my C2, can't remove the plastic frame, so i gave up :(
does the c1 work with ps4?
You can take the outside plate off first then u can take off the escape key easier
This is perfect. a bit of thock, a bit of clack, good feeling
I can't get the housing off...
What happens if you only add foam (no lube)
it would remove any echo sound from the inside, but switches would sound the same
By chance, what lube specifically did you end up using? Amazing Video by the way!!
What is lubing for ?
Awesome video, super helpful. I'm curios though, instead of lubing the corners, what if you lubed just 2 of the sides? Would the lube then spread to the corners over time?
yeah I thought about lubing the sides but I didn't want any to spill onto the board so I did corners but sides may be better like you said to get all corners, agree 👍
Honestly I like the minimalistic approach you have, that's why I bought that same keyboard way before I saw ur vid, I like getting the most out of my money. And keep stuff simple, I was wondering what's the best lube to use with the browns that would be world wide available on amazon not a dedicated site or amazon US Only, can u help?
not sure about different lubes my friend just told me to use that one. but I heard kryox is one of the best maybe ebay or even a hardware store
Krytox 205g0, its the most common lube.
Great improved
is the case of the keyboard made of metal or just all plastic?
it's all plastic the keychron c1 is a really good budget keyboard, but definitely missing features from a nice board like metal plating
Amazing bro!!
Did you feel that there really was an improvement in typing feel or acoustics because of the foam?
not really I think it does reduce a little bit of the hollow/rattle but only by a smidge
If it’s hot swap you can take out the switch and open it then lube it there
Where did u buy the switch lube ?
I got it off amazon, just called super lube
Do you think I can do this on a C2? Thank you!
yes It should be pretty similar, just make sure you take out all the screws, and be careful of the battery when removing the pcb board if its bluetooth
How is it holding up? Would you do anything differently? Gonna do this to my c1 soon.
it's doing pretty nicely so far, feels a lot smoother and soft clicking than before
hi do your swithes still work following the lube. I planning to do something similar with silicon in the base, a form pad between the pcb and plate and lubing the swithches.
yes my keyboard still works, I made sure to not put too much lube in so it doesn't get on the board
Great video!
noice finally a video disassemble c1 , is it possible to remove top case with plastic scraper (usually for cutting doughnut) instead of card?
yeah that's possible I used it more to slowly wedge it off, any force might snap the clips. definitely a hard part
@@Dakun Yeah it was. I tried it with a C2, but couldn't get ot properly off, so I stopped. Do you have a tip to get the top off?
@@Jeltel I used the card to get some space and then used hands to pry it a little more and switched between both of those around the edge, it is really scary cause you feel like you're gonna break it 😰
At Stock, The Keychron C1 does produce a lot of Sharp pitch sound with Gateron browns. But it looks like the modding can do wonders.
I am waiting to mod that too. Still waiting for my Durock Plate mounted stabs.
Just a small thing, please try to increase the voiceover volume for upcoming videos.
Quality content
I can’t take the housing off
Hi I'm a new keyboard enthusiast and I just bought this board with gateron browns. Do you think the lubing was worth it? Did the browns feel smoother but still have a tactile bump or did it feel like Reds
Hello, lubing the sides of the switches will help, and as long as you dont get the lube on the legs, it it will keep the tactile feel. The way the switches are lubed in the video may or may not get lube on the legs because it might run down the switch in that direction. If you are able to get a keycap switch opener, that is the safest way to ensure you are lubing properly. If you do lube the legs, it will remove a little of the tactile feel but I personally like how it feels I have some browns that are fully lubed and I really enjoy those switches. Best of luck and in the end, you can always experiment with a key you never use ;)
it is so difficult to take off the top housing
yeah that was definitely the most nerve-racking part, thought I was gonna break it
quality content
This was a really cool vid! Made me feel a lot better about being a noob and jumping into this! Did the keys show any reliability issues from the "Ghetto" lubing lol?
hey sorry to get back late, glad I could make it friendly I'm a complete noob as well, so far the keyboards been great, I know if you use too much lube though it could damage the board, so I made sure to keep it light. brush is a lot more work but does sound a bit better
@@Dakun Thank you!
is the rgb BRIGHT?
nah I got the cheaper version so just white back light, it's p bright and has tons of options
Nice keybs! Will order this one. Btw, whats your mouse in the video? Is it good for gaming?
Logitech something but I recommend the Logitech g903 hyperspeed
@@michaelspears2842 ill check this one thanks
@@kimemberga or try the Logitech g pro wireless
Nice bro, i have the same keyboard!
Do you think the foam is worth it? I never heard of it, just lubing. Also, can you send me a link (Affiliate if possible) for the lube?
the foam was just something extra I've heard off but not needed and here's the link for what I got www.amazon.com/dp/B000BXOGHY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share sorry ugly phone link 😅
@@Dakun Thanks!
Do you think one of them will cover two keyboards or should I be safe and get two?
@@Iamjake1000 it will last two keyboards i had enough for another left over, try watching other videos on gheto lubing to get more info because they go into more detail since I'm an amateur
you didn’t use krytox 205 grade 0???? ETHAN WTF MAN
earned a new sub :)
thanks so much! lmk what you think I should make
i think imma do it like that too
Team jbl
So apparently the method of lubing switches used in this video might potentially stop the keys from working if the lube gets on the leaf contacts and prevents the flow of electricity between the two parts of the contact.
yeah this way isn't the safest, brush is better that's why it's super important to not add too much
thxx!!
did u use 2mm or 3mm foam?
I just used the foam that came in the box, it wasnt too dense so hopefully it wouldnt stop the pcb board going in either way
cool
I'm only here for the music.
⚠️⚠️⚠️There's a screw next to the del key, cmon dude