The Most BIG BRAIN Keyboard - Owlab LINK 65

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  • @munemshahriar3127
    @munemshahriar3127 2 роки тому +186

    While everyone was bashing this board for looking the same as QK65 bla bla my man comes up with this brilliant video explaining that much more than just the look ! Loved the video as usual !

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +19

      :) Thanks! I mean, if people are looking for QK65, should buy a QK65 haha

    • @givemesubspls6407
      @givemesubspls6407 2 роки тому +1

      The origin of this board came from the voice65, which came out over a year before the qk65, im guessing most people didnt know this which is why they were talking bad about it too

    • @mbeno.
      @mbeno. 2 роки тому

      @@givemesubspls6407 i mean at least the voice65 had the side knob with the light which made the front look more interesting, but just let people buy what they want to lol

    • @BoatJacker2
      @BoatJacker2 2 роки тому

      It's what hes paid to do?

    • @givemesubspls6407
      @givemesubspls6407 2 роки тому

      @@BoatJacker2 its not just that he does it because hes paid for it, theres multiple factors that you arent counting in, 1st there has to be the idea, the the product, and then the marketing, reviews could be made to help share informatin about something you like doing or maybe it is just for money, however most hobbyists here do it for the fun of it and to get their opinions out there, it shows how much people differ from one another and its really a great thing to see

  • @MatthewEncina
    @MatthewEncina 2 роки тому +67

    Loved the headphone analogy at the end. Very helpful. Interesting to see this type of porus foam enter the space.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +6

      :) Thanks Matthew! It was just really cool seeing manufacturers trying to engineer and innovate. A lot of "the same" kind of keyboards out there right now, and always good to see progress. Thanks for stopping by!

  • @patiszejuicebox
    @patiszejuicebox 2 роки тому +11

    If they can make a LINK series with more layouts, I think Owlabs would make more bangers. Having the choice between a closed-cell and opened-celled build is actually pretty cool, as you can rock either a more dense or more spread-out sound.

  • @sadmochineko
    @sadmochineko 2 роки тому +25

    i love the unique engineering of this board, always looking for something that has an interesting design! but my question is: is it possible to make it thock instead? im still learning about materials and how it affects the sound, but i assume the metal casing in boards result in a clackier sound.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +8

      I feel like given its design, this keyboard will be mainly a clack board

    • @pogcat3773
      @pogcat3773 2 роки тому +1

      poron and pe foam + pc plate will get you there

    • @sadmochineko
      @sadmochineko 2 роки тому

      @@pogcat3773 would the pc plate really make so much of a difference?

    • @pogcat3773
      @pogcat3773 2 роки тому

      @@sadmochineko it has no flex cuts, and PC is a deeper sounding material. The different foam would be doing most of the work to make it sound deeper but the PC plate would help a bit. Pom would work too.

    • @IronCan88
      @IronCan88 2 роки тому

      If you want thick just wait for qk65, don't waste money on this link65.

  • @PWzhouster
    @PWzhouster 2 роки тому +2

    The open/closed headphone analogy is actually brilliant. Though I won't be joining on the Link (joined QK65 R2), the meticulous detail as to how all the components are individually designed and then mesh together is pretty incredible to see.
    I know Alex wasn't a huge fan of the sound without the foam, and generally doesn't love the PE-foam sound signature; but I'm sure many people will be very happy with their PE foam-ed up boards and hearing the QK/Link back to back really does illustrate that even similar boards (from the same company same form-factor, with all that foam) will have nuanced differences!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      Definitely! As long as companies start to understand the individual effects of all these foams, etc., they can start to shape the keyboard sound to a certain direction they want to hit. Hope we see more of it in the future!

  • @danielp121
    @danielp121 2 роки тому

    I like the comparison between the QK being closed back and LINK being open back. That's a pretty accurate analysis.

  • @corporealghoul
    @corporealghoul 2 роки тому

    I totally wrote this board off because it was a 30min group buy on a day I worked in the middle of my shift.
    Then I had a late break and walking to my car I look at my phone and see it's 6:27pm and it clicks out of no where that this GB had 3 minutes left.
    With my phone I was able to get to qwerty's site, select the grey case with chroma back and ordered in the last minute of the GB. I'm so excited. I'm either going to go with GMK Rainy Day, GMK Digital Nightmare, or GMK NTD.

  • @jalexanderc
    @jalexanderc 2 роки тому

    I liked the more concise technical segment you included in this video! I admit that some of your recent videos had technical segments that were a bit too long or complex for me to want to wrap my head around, but that's just me! I think you perfectly slipped in a meaningful and digestible amount of "mumbo jumbo" into this video. Great job, Scott!

  • @KittySneeze
    @KittySneeze 2 роки тому +32

    You mention the benefits of “matching” switches to specific keyboards/configurations to maximize the end product.
    I feel like this would be a great subject to cover as a follow-up video to your “thock vs clack” video. Maybe the start of a series dedicated to keyboard “sound.”
    From my experience, This is a process is currently founded on trial-and-error or anecdotal evidence. Basically, you’ve got to try different switches on a board to see which one you like or watch a typing test with your keyboard specific parts to approximate the differences.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +15

      Unfortunately, a lot of the matching is that trial and error. I realized that some great switches just sound terrible on certain boards, and some really stand out. For this Link, putting in a more bassy, heavy sounding switch like the oil king kind of fought against the higher pitched, snappy sound of the Link. But putting in a long stem SOTC really helped to emphasize the snappy clack, and really made the board come alive. It's crazy all the different levers you can pull to shape the keyboard sound

    • @Th0rNe
      @Th0rNe 2 роки тому +1

      It would make for an interesting video indeed. I second that request.

  • @ivovass195
    @ivovass195 2 роки тому +14

    Man, the engineering in this board is impressive. Looks overcomplicated but they achieved a simplified assembly, very cool stuff. With this uncommon design I think more experimentation is required to find a likeable result as its behavior is different than most boards out there. Thank you for sharing

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +2

      Absolutely! I just like the fact that manufacturers are trying new things and trying to innovate. I feel like a lot of new boards have been copies of others and it's good to see some progress!

    • @ivovass195
      @ivovass195 2 роки тому

      @@Keybored yes gotta appreciate innovative ideas indeed

  • @zhieson
    @zhieson 2 роки тому

    Thanks!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! :)

  • @Misamaa_
    @Misamaa_ 2 роки тому +1

    This is the exact review I was looking for to help me decide whether or not I wanted to get the LINK65! Such great details, thanks!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      You're very welcome!

  • @chongzterz
    @chongzterz 2 роки тому +1

    Could you modified QK with the airy foam and improve the sound like the link 65?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      I'm sure the QK with more open plates, clackier switches can get close to it. But also just the design of the link I think makes this sound the way it does

    • @chongzterz
      @chongzterz 2 роки тому

      @@Keybored Thank you. Your review of Link 65 is indeed great. Sound is subjective. If one could modify a cheap board to sound premium, that wld be an art.

  • @alpacalinears
    @alpacalinears 2 роки тому +1

    best review of the link vs any other content creator so far imo. thanks for this!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Thank you very much for the kind words!

  • @darthollpheist1156
    @darthollpheist1156 2 роки тому

    I love the sound of these board all you guys do, but most of you use linear switches. And I get it. You're all really advanced typists that don't need any feedback to type really fast. I on the other hand, while I do type at "above average" (according to the simple test when you type is "typing test"), I still need some feedback and I still need to look down from time to time. Not a lot. But sometimes. That's why I use side printed caps. It gives the look of a blank cap while still having the symbol or letter if you really need it.

  • @konokaida3649
    @konokaida3649 2 роки тому +1

    The link65 is a very.good keeb but qk65 has a special place in my heart

  • @JadeZen520
    @JadeZen520 2 роки тому +3

    Thank God for clack, I love it. Sounds clean and lively.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      It's a very open, clacky kind of board :)

  • @musangbeku
    @musangbeku 2 роки тому

    This is a really good perspective for reviewing a keyboard, not only for one aspect but you try to find what is the creator want to achieve. Thank you so much Scott.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Absolutely! Thank you for watching!

  • @Boyetto-san
    @Boyetto-san 2 роки тому

    Interesting that you brought up the parallel with open and closed headphones. I would point out that there are many closed back headphones that manage to sound open and wide, but I can definitely see what you mean on the level of basic acoustics. But just like how it's very much possible to get a wide sounding closed headphone and a narrow sounding open headphone, you definitely got the LINK65 to sound on the deeper side. In that sense, maybe the more open air design helps emphasize the sound characteristics of the other components, whereas a more closed design tends to sort of lay over a specific sound over the sound of the other components?

  • @mntish
    @mntish 2 роки тому

    That idea for adjustable springs... true innovator... Owlabs should be really proud you've got this keyboard.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      That would be awesome I think. Imagine changing up the feel by swapping out the springs... kind of like car modding haha

  • @hubalahu
    @hubalahu 11 місяців тому

    I honestly wouldnt know if the double cost is really worth the difference in sound between qk65 and link65. Maybe what's more important would be the FEEL. If the link65 is way more comfortable to type on in extended periods of time without user getting tired, and does this better than the qk65, then it's gotta be worth it

  • @xanira6367
    @xanira6367 2 роки тому +1

    i love the sound, its so thin and muted sounding.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      :) I like that it sounds different

    • @xanira6367
      @xanira6367 2 роки тому

      @@Keybored it's like air, idk if it makes sense

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      @@xanira6367 :)

  • @sharinganexpert
    @sharinganexpert 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you for providing these type of insights! I can’t speak for everyone but the way you explain things makes it easier for someone like me that is new to the hobby take a more educated decision when considering keyboard, switches etc. But at the same time explaining these concepts in an easy and funny way! As oppose to just boiling it to preference. By far my favorite kb channel. On a side note have you considered reviewing some of the newer Akko kb like their Alice plus? Thank you

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      :) Thank you very much! Glad that I could be help to both the OGs and the newcomers! I haven't had a chance to review the Akko boards as of late. However, with enough interest, I can def look into it!

  • @TheStrangersVlog
    @TheStrangersVlog 2 роки тому +1

    I love that its a more premiuoom option

  • @nmadden02
    @nmadden02 2 роки тому +1

    Really great stuff! Love the explanation of the sound profiles and the clean and simple build - great work!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much Nathan!

  • @HybRidChrome
    @HybRidChrome 2 роки тому

    "The g-string of plates," really had me going lol

  • @ChubiPanda
    @ChubiPanda 2 роки тому

    rocking brand new PBT Fans keycaps too. I'd love to see a comparison between PBTfans, Drop DCX and GMK caps.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      They are all top notch!

  • @Umbruh_Prime
    @Umbruh_Prime 2 роки тому +2

    Take a shot of water every time Scott says "actually" to stay hydrated

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +2

      Hahaha hydrate at my expense

  • @unesyu3481
    @unesyu3481 2 роки тому

    can i ask whats the background music ur using its phenomenal man

  • @jonelis.bocanegra8823
    @jonelis.bocanegra8823 2 роки тому

    Wow could be one of the most unique keyboard assemblies!
    Hey, are you going to make a video for cheap but versatile keyboards like the feker ik75?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      I am going to look at a few lower priced options in the near future as well! There are so many keyboards now and not enough time :(

  • @dzaneenadaze
    @dzaneenadaze 2 роки тому

    I'm super excited to get mine! Thank you for your videos! Always so interesting and knowledgable! Learn something new everyday! 😄

  • @reviewforthetube6485
    @reviewforthetube6485 2 роки тому

    Fr4 plate actually sounds absolutely amazing tbh. I'm so happy it's higher pitch nobody can say it sounds like a normal pe foam board lol. We have all been saying we want that airy sound again! But this is still different then the normal airy sounding boards lol.

  • @glassper6002
    @glassper6002 2 роки тому +1

    Love this video, with your complete explanation of what made this keyboard unique. I originally didn't care much for this board as I saw it as just another version of the QK65, but this video changed my opinion on that.
    I completely agree with you on this keyboard being one of the most innovative technically designed keyboards as of late, with the incorporation of knowledge from the audiophile scene. I always felt that keyboard design needed to mesh knowledge gained from the audio scene to expand on keyboard sound profiles.
    I also want to ask, while this keyboard is able to produce the open back type of sound like you described, is it also able to be configured to have a closed back type sound like the QK65?

  • @jonathansmith4737
    @jonathansmith4737 2 роки тому

    My only complaint with Owlab products is the pcb PE foam sheet as it doesn’t have all 5 pin locations cut out and I ended up bending 1/3 of the switches I tried to punch thru the PE sheet.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      I'll have to check the sheet :)

    • @jonathansmith4737
      @jonathansmith4737 2 роки тому

      @@Keybored Maybe the pins on Tangerines are more fragile than others but I haven't seen anyone else talk about the cutouts on the sheet as of yet. Every other company that provides the PE sheet for the PCB that ive seen has all the pin cut outs.

  • @thespicyswede9302
    @thespicyswede9302 2 роки тому

    Another great video! I love how detailed you get with your explanations.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @Maikanchanabul
    @Maikanchanabul 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome review as always Scott! The white foams look very interesting; can’t wait to try it. Which configuration was your favorite?

  • @shynnsup8383
    @shynnsup8383 2 роки тому

    I actually wanted the Voice65 but just heard they will not restock it again. I don't know where this aversion for screws comes from, screws are good, they give me security. All this effort to have no screws seems overdone and I am actually afraid of committing to this keyboard because of all those unnecessary things like with the PCB board. Who needs it to wrap like that? Oh well...
    Thanks for the review tho, it was awesome!

  • @rjsmith2007
    @rjsmith2007 2 роки тому

    Have you ever used any switches with click jackets? I haven't seen any videos of yours featuring those.

  • @BokehhBob
    @BokehhBob 2 роки тому

    I must have missed it but what was the foam set up you use? White PCB foam/pe foam and that’s it?

  • @menuhin
    @menuhin 2 роки тому

    Owlabs LINK 65 review by the brilliant Keybored - checked! Good luck with the GB for this very innovative design!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching! It was a fun build for sure

  • @2b2c1d2
    @2b2c1d2 2 роки тому

    So the real question is, IS IT BETTER THAN THE QK65
    imo the sound of the qk65 is better, though it might be more fun for typing on the link65. I think I would still stick to the qk65 because the r2 version already has pcb cuts and it's flexy enough

  • @TwoMiceOnMyBookshelf
    @TwoMiceOnMyBookshelf 2 роки тому +1

    QUESTION: Is the FR4 plate the only one designed in such an "airy" way? Thank you for your informative videos. I've learned lots.

    • @LeonZhangCD
      @LeonZhangCD 2 роки тому +1

      Both FR4 and Alu plates are like that. POM and PC plates are soft enough, they don't have cuts like that.

    • @TwoMiceOnMyBookshelf
      @TwoMiceOnMyBookshelf 2 роки тому +1

      @@LeonZhangCD I can't decide between POM and FR4... Thoughts?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      According to my research on the stiffness vs weight, alu plates and fr4 plates have a similar sound range. Alu will be stiffer and slightly louder. I would go fr4 since it does feel more comfortable and they have similar sound signatures

    • @TwoMiceOnMyBookshelf
      @TwoMiceOnMyBookshelf 2 роки тому +1

      @@Keybored Thank you! My dilemma is over FR4 or POM 😁 I was intrigued by the "airy" design of the FR4 here, but like the idea of POM's "softness". From what you both said, it seems like either is fine.

  • @muraryse4068
    @muraryse4068 2 роки тому

    What does (L + F) mean? Are there multiple plates involved? I see FR4 plate labeled, but in some videos I see FR4 and a PBT plate. What’s the difference? Sorry, I’m new to this hobby and it’s terminology.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      L is lubed and f is filmed. These are for switches. There is 1 plate for each build and pbt is the material of the key caps. Hope that helps

  • @jeric5994
    @jeric5994 2 роки тому

    6:50 is that a reference to the andy v nguyen video: recreating my end game keyboard

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Haha, did he say that during his video? Maybe it stuck with me subconsciously :)

  • @TyrellW
    @TyrellW 2 роки тому +5

    damn, if I didn't have a QK65 already I would've definitely got a Link.
    I really like that you compared them though.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      :) They sound very different. When I go back and forth, it makes me do a double take

    • @TyrellW
      @TyrellW 2 роки тому

      ​@@Keybored that is true, I appreciated the comparison and I'm sure others will too.
      I don't agree with your comparison to headphones though, it would be the same thing if the case was open. I am guessing there's less resonance from the plate and pcb, so the emphasis is on the sound of the switch resonating throughout the case, like you said.
      very interesting board, I really like Owlab's innovating

    • @Fleshlight_Reviewer
      @Fleshlight_Reviewer 2 роки тому

      @@Keybored how different is it from the spring? I didn't like the spring that much

  • @zDxnis
    @zDxnis 2 роки тому

    Idk if the keyboard is fingerprint, I emna Andy nguyen got prints all over it and was barely able to get them off. Great video Scott and do you know of the qk65 is going to become an Instocm on sale keyboard anytime soon?

  • @MansWUT
    @MansWUT 2 роки тому +1

    "you start by pulling off the feet"
    Best torture method confirmed??

  • @vusi_eastside
    @vusi_eastside 2 роки тому

    Great Video as always! The built is stunning and your explanations are awesome. Keep up the good work!

  • @ssh-gg9qt
    @ssh-gg9qt 2 роки тому

    will u be looking at the Promise87?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      :( Unfortunately not

  • @looksrarekeyboards2994
    @looksrarekeyboards2994 2 роки тому

    Oh yes those SOTC switches sounded amazing in there

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      It sounds so snappy clean!

  • @mmaaRkers
    @mmaaRkers 2 роки тому

    Surprised the fr4 plate is still in one piece. It looks like a small psuh would just shatter it. Also, should i get a link65 or promise87 ? cant really make up my mind

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Hmm... I haven't had a chance to check out the Promise87, so I couldn't speak to that. But yes, the FR4 plate is indeed crazy "thin!"

  • @himmerferdet4138
    @himmerferdet4138 2 роки тому

    im ashamed after watching so many of ur vid i didn't sub finally did just now ur content is goated and i love ur approach and how u explain stuff its honestly amazing keep it up

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much for the sub and support! I really appreciate it!

  • @bakeraus
    @bakeraus 2 роки тому

    Sounds like another PE foam filled board, which I'm not mad at all because people have that preference. Owlabs and QWERTY are pushing price and design which is awesome to see.

  • @drrrrzz9145
    @drrrrzz9145 2 роки тому

    those keycaps are pretty sweet. tripleshot pbt

  • @tinyotter3339
    @tinyotter3339 2 роки тому

    Can you do a sound test without the weird white foams?

  • @124kon
    @124kon 2 роки тому

    If you used the black foam with pom plate, would it be more thocky?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      The Pom plate would make it seem more "thocky." But the black foam will dampen the sound a bit more, since it's a denser material and sound waves will lose more energy as it travels through it. Also, denser materials have the ability to dampen more lower frequency sound as well.

  • @JadedJawnee
    @JadedJawnee 2 роки тому +15

    Amazing video! Just want to recommend perhaps excluding PE foam next time so that we can get a better feel for the character of each of the boards. I know that's an owlabs specialty, but it was hard to compare this board to others (even in the same brand) when PE foam is involved. I wanted to see the character of the link vs. qk65, not the nature of PE foam in different boards. Just a suggestion!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +6

      Thank you for the suggestion!

    • @MrElariv
      @MrElariv 2 роки тому +3

      Might have been a request from Owlabs since there are a couple of videos without the PE foam already. Spoiler though, without PE foam, since the pcb has very large flex cuts, there's even less resonance in the board so it sounds more quiet (not muted). I think Owlab really designed the Link around the 2 white foams + pe foam.

    • @zhieson
      @zhieson 2 роки тому

      Good suggestion. I am a Ownlab/foam fan but this is a good point. Foam does even the playing field and make the nuances hard to hear.

    • @z4k1_zaki65
      @z4k1_zaki65 2 роки тому

      Lol, everyone else built it without the pe foam tho

  • @gustavomachado3488
    @gustavomachado3488 2 роки тому

    I was just waiting for your review to decide if I'd get this board or not.
    And I've decided I will definitely get it.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      It's a nice board if you like a more open, airy and clackier build

    • @gustavomachado3488
      @gustavomachado3488 2 роки тому +1

      @@Keybored I'll try the Drop DCX keycaps with this build. Their "fuller" sound makes me think they'll match well.

    • @gustavomachado3488
      @gustavomachado3488 2 роки тому

      @@Keybored just got mine last friday and it's such a great board.

  • @prachu111
    @prachu111 2 роки тому

    Great video scott!

  • @WinkleKeebs
    @WinkleKeebs 2 роки тому

    Is SOTC a color change for Durock POM? Altough SOTC is cheaper and better sound, but should I wait for SOTC or just get the Durock POM

  • @christianklement
    @christianklement 2 роки тому

    sweet comparison, thanks a lot

  • @albertko1
    @albertko1 2 роки тому

    Leaf springs are a pretty reliable a proven suspension solution... I would love to see this idea taken to the nth degree... some madlad engineering full dampeners on it. A coilover pushrod suspension system... Not just sprung but also damped for compression and rebound.

  • @jimmyt9283
    @jimmyt9283 2 роки тому

    Would you ever consider making a discord / topre board review

  • @UraniumRadicalCHNO
    @UraniumRadicalCHNO 2 роки тому

    10:50 DAMN THATS A THOCKY KEYBOARD

  • @OmegaZero55
    @OmegaZero55 2 роки тому

    You convinced me to pick the FR-4 plate. It looks and sounds great! I might have to use my SOTC switches with this board too.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      I feel like the owlab boards sound really nice with the long stem JWKs :) My spring has the Quartz R2 in them and it sounds great.

  • @arjunaSan
    @arjunaSan 2 роки тому

    0:18 How can the QK65 be "always sold out" if it was an unlimited R2 GB and not an in-stock item? Would've copped if the QK65 didn't have such a good value. Thanks for the informative video.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      Well, you know what I mean. It's pretty hard to get as of late :)

    • @damdumbdesigns
      @damdumbdesigns 2 роки тому

      I guess it was unlimited GB but "within a period of time"

  • @CosmicApe
    @CosmicApe 2 роки тому

    I just wish the QK65 was actually readily in stock like they said it would be. Hard to tout it as the "best entry level board" when it's never actually available.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      I really hope so too... that was the intention at start, but taking a while now it seems

  • @pawinjeen
    @pawinjeen 2 роки тому

    I'm sorry but I don't really think it relates with an open-back headphone since the main idea of open-back headphones is to make less bounce possible as you said but that white foam and the plate ... they just absorb less sound and restrict less movement. So this is an amount of absorption situation, not a less reflex situation. But maybe you can kinda example with this relationship? but STILL I don't think it's a direct relation.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Probably hard to make a direct 1 to 1 correlation, but figured it'll help people think a certain way :)

  • @bughax9758
    @bughax9758 2 роки тому

    The combining of keebs and pokemon was the perfect intersection of my youtube searches and recommends 🙏🙏

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      Hahaha, awesome!

  • @PeterTruely
    @PeterTruely 2 роки тому

    dang, owl labs and qwarty keys, are always putting out crazy boards. I just got my qk65, and it blew my mind.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      :) it's good to see manufacturers trying things!

  • @philipp594
    @philipp594 2 роки тому

    Does the clip design essentially give it a build in force break mod?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      I'm sure it's doing all sorts of things. The case itself didn't have much ping at all!

  • @rocketval9288
    @rocketval9288 2 роки тому

    What about removing the silicon bottom from qk65? I think it will sound the same

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      My QK65 has it removed :)

  • @z4k1_zaki65
    @z4k1_zaki65 2 роки тому

    Tbh I think we were spoiled when the QK65 was launched. Now people couldn’t justify or understand why are there a 65% costing more

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      :) You are not wrong about that

  • @cmdshftx
    @cmdshftx 2 роки тому

    I'm so excited for this board!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      It was a very fun board to build, and love how it turned out

  • @Kevin1195
    @Kevin1195 2 роки тому

    can anyone tell me what keycap set that is? it looks stunning!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      It's the PBTfans TWIST! I have the links to the products in the description below!

  • @WinkleKeebs
    @WinkleKeebs 2 роки тому +1

    My Link65 Just arrived!!!!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      It was one of the most interesting and fun keyboards I have built in a while!

    • @WinkleKeebs
      @WinkleKeebs 2 роки тому

      @@Keybored 1 thing I dont like is, it dont come with Stab anymore, 😢 and even more expensive!

    • @WinkleKeebs
      @WinkleKeebs 2 роки тому

      @@Keybored and turning back due to some scratch on the surface🥲

  • @davelogan77
    @davelogan77 2 роки тому

    As always - a great video. Top Notch.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much David!

  • @karnudom
    @karnudom 2 роки тому

    This is one very interesting board, but at 400 bucks it does make me pause for a bit. How different of a typing experience between a gasket mounted and spring?

  • @soon4829
    @soon4829 2 роки тому

    Can you please put Jwk queens on it?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      JWK Queens? Hmm, I haven't had a chance to check those out!

  • @brittle1
    @brittle1 2 роки тому

    But is it still nice and bouncy with all that foam? Or does it just turn into mush?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Still very nice and bouncy lol. It feels like a spring mounted keyboard with a snappy response

  • @maxmalkav
    @maxmalkav 2 роки тому

    I really wonder how the long term durability of this keyboard generation will be. While all these innovations in gasket mount, foams and flexible PCBs are very cool, I also see a lot of components that will not age as well as the classic mechanical keyboards.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      That kmac I rebuilt for dang Wang still works lol. I think it's a decade old now. Hes got 2 of them that he uses daily lol

    • @maxmalkav
      @maxmalkav 2 роки тому

      @@Keybored yes, but that Kmac has a metal plate, no flex cuts, no foldable PCB, no foam nor rubber. It feels more "heavy duty"

  • @bungo7891
    @bungo7891 2 роки тому

    It sounds great but I personally would prefer broken in stock hyperglides for the build

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      I feel that would also be a good match as well for this board

  • @MagnificentPez
    @MagnificentPez 2 роки тому

    Now I'm wondering what a case with holes would sound like, so literally being an open back keyboard.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Hahaha, it would definitely be a "open back headphone" then

  • @natt9539
    @natt9539 2 роки тому

    Best review i’ve ever seen fo far👍

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much! I appreciate it

  • @jonibangs1797
    @jonibangs1797 2 роки тому

    should i get this if i already have mr suit? will it be too similar on sound and feel?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      I think it actually sounds different from the Spring/Suit. I have those boards and the link is definitely more "open" sounding and also sharper. It's like a great definition of clack lol

  • @soon4829
    @soon4829 2 роки тому

    So, if the Qk 65 evolves the Link 65 comes right? And after the Link 65 the Keycult no.2 65

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Haha, the Charizard of keyboards

  • @JaiBansalVideos
    @JaiBansalVideos 2 роки тому

    Can you recommend any switches that are similar to the JWK SOTC? I wanted to buy them for this keyboard since they sounded so good, but it looks like they're sold out now. Would love yours (or anyone's) help here! Thanks!

  • @beanwithbacon
    @beanwithbacon 2 роки тому

    Big brained and 65 never belong in the same sentence when talking about keyboards.

  • @Nekogma
    @Nekogma 2 роки тому

    Do you have a recommendation for tactile switches that you would suggest for a similar sound profile as the linears u used in ur link65 with the fr4 plate?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      I would say a long stem pole tactile will produce similar results. Like the Gateron Blizzards and Azure dragons will sound like that I assume

    • @Nekogma
      @Nekogma 2 роки тому

      @@Keybored thank you! Your video really helped me decide on getting this keyboard as i was on the fence and unsure of the plate! Appreciate your explanation of the board!

  • @bion9
    @bion9 2 роки тому +2

    Man can’t wait to get my qk65 pro!

    • @WinkleKeebs
      @WinkleKeebs 2 роки тому

      True

    • @Redino20
      @Redino20 2 роки тому

      lol read this comment on Alex’s vid too

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      LOL I guess you can put it that way too!

    • @kaibeh
      @kaibeh 2 роки тому

      legit no similarities whatsoever besides both of them being 65%
      its basically like saying "can't wait to get my keycult 2/65 lite"

    • @satoshi-masaratown
      @satoshi-masaratown 2 роки тому

      @@kaibeh I definitely wants that

  • @taeyangkimrivera3216
    @taeyangkimrivera3216 2 роки тому

    Both keyboards sounds really good

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks! The Link definitely sounds "Sharper" than the QK

  • @AppleIsland
    @AppleIsland 2 роки тому

    Always trust your reviews 🙏🙏. Also when I saw that PCB I was like :0

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      I hope I didn't disappoint! I'll try my best to keep this factual and objective as possible!

  • @fshizl2918
    @fshizl2918 2 роки тому

    Scott, what color did you get for your sample?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      I believe mine is the "Grey Black"

  • @vedantk.8824
    @vedantk.8824 2 роки тому

    hey scott great video! just had a quick question. do you think the PCB limits/deadens the sound of the keyboard, especially without foam?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      More than deadening it, they're small little segments so that there is less material to "resonate" at each key press. In addition, there are a lot of openings where air and sound can go in and out of, so the board overall has a more airy sound, and can translate to a more "thinner" or "sharper" kind of sound as well.

    • @vedantk.8824
      @vedantk.8824 2 роки тому

      @@Keybored ah i see. thanks

  • @ozhuenlxbouginsrirluhnbrtw2266
    @ozhuenlxbouginsrirluhnbrtw2266 2 роки тому

    I like the qk65 more but I'm also getting sotc with qk65 r2

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Can't go wrong with the QK!

  • @kiritodb-1472
    @kiritodb-1472 2 роки тому

    Well, this video helps settle my preferences. QK65 is definitely my go to, prefer the thocky and lower bassy sounds.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      Hey, glad to be of help!

  • @Caution40404
    @Caution40404 2 роки тому

    Man I wish they'd make an exploded 75% layout with this design.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому +1

      Interesting that they haven't touched a 75% since the epoch

  • @placeholder3863
    @placeholder3863 2 роки тому

    oh I see so its basically a levitating pcb

  • @alistairstoran3608
    @alistairstoran3608 2 роки тому

    ive always wanted an owllabs board but never had enough money but curently my keychron q3 is good enough

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Q3 is a great board!

  • @kaeroseon
    @kaeroseon 2 роки тому

    another g string plate, andy v nguyen will love this! especially for his e yellow tofu

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 роки тому

      Hahaha didn't realize he already said that.