damn, this is a really solid option at that price point. Nice to see so many choices for those new to the hobby among this, the upcoming Keychron Q1 and the GMMK Pro. Definitely an exciting time for the community!
I saw the Keychron Q1 and that looks really exciting! I really hope they don't make similar errors as GMMK Pro with the design and open up the board a bit for better sound and feel. I feel if Glorious gave the GMMK pro a bit more vertical space to work with, that would have been amazing for both sound and feel... maybe for V2 lol. But the community has grown so much and there are sooo many great options now! :)
@@Keybored I still want to snag a GMMK Pro but I have heard some complaints. It looks like a solid board for their first entry into the custom market with a few missed minor details. Hopefully a V2 does address those!
How's it going Jaeyou! I think FR4 is one of my favorite materials for plates. It's not as stiff as the metal ones, but also sounds so clean. I may need to start getting some FR4 cut for some other boards! Love your 7v build tho! I'm sure that will sound amazing with an FR4 for sure!
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Thank you so much strykr360! I really appreciate that! I really hope that I can help both enthusiasts and newcomers alike with the content! It can be so overwhelming but I feel like there are so many people providing relevant content and advice :)
It just occurred to me the FR4 plate mod won't work on the R2 without extra standoffs, because its standoffs are embedded in its plate rather than screwed to it. Guess I'm glad I got the R1, because I really want to try that! Very cool way of distinguishing your take on this keeb - great video.
That is a very interesting point David! Are they also changing the locations of the stand-offs also? I wonder if you can use the provided R1 stand-offs and screw it onto the plate itself Vs. the PCB and make it R2 compatible.
I think something a lot of mk enthusiasts forget about when deciding on good entry boards is the availability. For someone getting started, being able to get it right there and then and have it ship in a reasonable amount of time matters a lot as they are new to the hobby, and it often gets overlooked. A lot of people said Tada68, NK65 or whatever as a good starting board, but for years I have never been able to actually get it.
That is very true! So many options out there, but for some crazy reason, they are always sold out lol. Use sites like thocstock or shopmech, etc. and stay on top of what comes back into stock! That's how I got this one :)
I'll work on a short! Probably will be a double video week coming up soon lol. I am currently typing on a built portico right now... and I can tell you between this and the KBD67 LITE, I feel there is a clear winner... at least to me.
@@Keybored good to hear! Can’t wait… you inspired me to get a gk61 and it could use the silicone mod. It it is fun to play around and tinker with it too!
I see you did the silicone mold mod... I did cut the sides so that the little waves made when the silicone cured were not visible , i made a yt video in my channel about this if u wana see what i mean. I will link your video as a lot of ppl were asking for a comparison with and without the silicone dampener. (I did not do it since i was using silent boba u4)
@@Keybored thanks , ive added ur vid in case anyone wants to see the difference it made. Awesome vid ... I wish i could get video quality to your level.
Thanks SHCTeva! Good seeing you back! The R2 should be interesting! I'm not sure how the Injection Molding will change the plate Vs. the CNC, and what kind of changes will be made to the PCB, but overall, I think what makes this keyboard special will remain and it'll be a great keyboard! Also, more colors!
@@Keybored hey man i just wanna let you know that your mint linear video was legitimately the reason i discovered them and chose them over black inks for a build im doing right now thank you so much man
This has got to be the best sounding KBD67 Lite I've seen on UA-cam so far. Thank you for showcasing these mods, looking forward to your silicone tutorial :) What do you think of the mint linears? I'm looking for a deep-sounding linear switch that's near 60-62g, thinking about putting Lavenders with a spring swap on this board... Hope I get to order soon!
Hi Nanami! Thank you for the comments on the KBD67 Lite! I actually have the new aluminum case coming, so I will be providing some insights on that as well! In terms of the Mint Linears, they are a smooth, deep linear, with a subdued sound. If you're looking for a deep, laid back linear, the mint will be a good choice!
@@mikazukixiv hi Nanami, I feel the smoothness is definitely on the smoother end, due to the uhmwpe stems! Comparable to a gateron ink switch or of similar level of a switch
So I found this right now (2023) in wireless, and it costs 100 euros. I am looking for a light keyboard that is not too noisy that I can take to work with me. Is it worth it in 2023 you believe?
I think the bakeneko is probably the best sounding keyboard per dollar... and it also has a very nice typing feel... probably why people have been buying and hoarding it lol :) Although I do know a few people that bought it after they saw mine and but was waaaaay too lazy to build it so it's sitting pretty in the carrying case lol.
Every keyboard you touch instantly becomes better. I was also really impressed with stock sounds given the price. Lol I wish this board was around when I started.
Please do a review of the XD87 Hotswap from kprepublic, it is a TKL keyboard kit that goes for $70 for the case and PCB. One good feature of this board is it uses screw in stabs instead of snap in like many other budget keyboards. Keep up the good work with the videos!
@@Keybored No, here is a link to the hotswap version of the XD87: kprepublic.com/products/hot-swappable-xd87-hs-xd87-custom-mechanical-keyboard-kit80-supports-tkg-tools-support-underglow-rgb-pcb-programmed-gh80-kle?_pos=2&_sid=41b716107&_ss=r&variant=14736539090988 However, the link for the hotswap version doesn't show any pictures of the case so I'll also attach the link for the non hotswap one which has the pictures of what is looks like: kprepublic.com/products/xd87-xd87-xd80-custom-mechanical-keyboard-kit80-supports-tkg-tools-support-underglow-rgb-pcb-programmed-gh80-kle?_pos=1&_sid=2d6929493&_ss=r&variant=10176717488172 Also, take note of the different kit options, if you scroll down to the details section of the page you can see what they all include.
Hi, I have a question and I hope you can enlighten me on this. May I know where to obtain the plate file for the kbd67 lite? I have a kbdfans blade65 and it uses the same plate as the kbd67 lite. However, I cant seem to find the plate file online. Any ideas?
Hmm... I'm not too sure actually. Perhaps may be worthwhile to reach out to kbdfans or one of the plate manufacturers and ask them for the file? Like bredworks or maybe hype keyboards?
They are very different. The bakeneko is much softer and clacky due to its gummy o ring mounting style. However it solely focuses on the typing vs. Features, etc. So if that is what you're going for, bake is a great option. If you want a bit of balance, the kbd67 lite.
I put in some Durock Poms (pianos) and the MT3 caps... the sound is so phenomenal... not sure how from a $100 board. Between this and the Bakeneko such great boards this year for this price.
@@Keybored I agree, both sound and feel phenomenal for their prices but I have to say I choose the bakeneko over the 67 lite just because I love alu keyboards. Great video once again!
@@Kingbob556 between the 2, I would also :) only issue with the bakeneko for me is that it doesn't have arrow keys... I need it for work haha. Need to get the 65 version
@@Keybored Yup, for me it doesn’t matter too much but I know that there’s a large crowd of people who would pounce on the board with the addition of arrow keys. Stay safe 👍👍
I really like the FR4 plate. The PC plate on the KBD67 Lite is not bad at all though... it sounds very nice and clean Vs. some others I have tried. The silicone dampener sandwiching really helps with this I think.
Hey, I have another question. Do you like the mint linears more than gateron black ink v2s? This is my last decision before I fully choose 1 or the other & it's a tough decision. I heard ink v2's are inconsistent & what can be done putting UHMWPE stems on them.
Hmmm... some batches of the V2s can be inconsistent, but I think most of the batches I dealt with were ok. The switches are similar to each other, but in terms of sound, I prefer the inks over the mints. The mints are more quiet. Smoothness wise, the mints. But at the end of the day, I'm a sound guy so I would take the Ink :)
@@Keybored I see. I’m torn between the 2 but mint linears I don’t have to do anything except lubing them. While inks I need that stem swap, film & lube. I might just get more & see which I like & sell the other. Appreciate your help :)
Thanks! This is the exact setup I’ll be getting but Tiffany R2 kbd67 lite & mint linears! Can’t wait! What are your thoughts on the diamond linears? I feel like they are more deeper than mints but no reviews out yet
@@Keybored hey I also found that someone said you said that mint linears stems can shrink & make it that keycaps will come out easier & etc. Do you still recommend these switches? Or would it be better to wait till they fix the stem issue or it’ll be fine if I only use 1 set of keycaps? Thanks a lot!
@@3AsianBoi I believe another reviewer actually mentioned that :) Fortunately for me, I have not ran into that issue yet, and I have moved these switches around between 3 keyboards so far and 4 keycap sets. Only keycap it felt a bit loose on was one of my SA sets, but that one has issues with other switches as well, so I assume it's more caps than the switch. But UHMWPE does have the tendency to be looser with caps after wear, so I wouldn't suggest putting caps on and off all the time on UHMWPE!
i think the silicone pour killed the nice sound characteristics of the stock board. i also tried dampening mine further and had a similar effect the stock foam really is enough. i appreciate the effort to test it though
Thanks for the feedback! Silicone filler is never my favorite medium, but for this one, I had to use it so I don't ruin the look of the clear case... I really like how zip-n-fit liner works... a good balance of hollowness reduction without drastically killing the sound.
@@Keybored indeed, silicone pour is a good choice for a clear board, other methods can look kinda strange in any case, i very much appreciate the work you put into your videos and the experimentation involved
Hi Prime Football! I was looking at shopmech and it just popped up one day as an "instock" Probably an one off that became available, but I hopped on the chance. I would suggest checking out sites like thocstock or shopmech and keep an eye out and hope you get lucky!
This, Portico, or Tofu65? I’m having a hard time trying to decide which one would be the best to get. Something under 300 would be preferred if you know any really good 65% boards. Thanks!
Hi Bigman! I should be releasing the portico vs the kbd67 lite video this week (so stay tuned for that!) But between the 2 and the Tofu, they are very different keyboards. I feel that in terms of overall "premium" level, the Tofu definitely plays the part better with its aluminum case and brass heft, the various options you can choose for plates, etc. However, it is a tray mounted design and features less "technology" as the KBD67 and Portico with their newer gasket designs. If I was going for stock, out of box use, I would probably take the KBD67 Lite or the Portico, but if I was willing to mod a bit, I probably would choose the Tofu over the 2, especially with dampening and O-Ring mod, the tofu transforms!
@@Keybored thanks for a more in depth response than I was expecting. Tofu65 has been on my mind since I saw your o-ring mod tutorial (I commented asking about the Tofu60 comparability which unfortunately didn’t work since the screws were a bit too short) but saw this and was unsure which to get. I think I’ll stick with getting a Tofu65 and modding the crap out of it using the methods you showed. Thanks again and subbed :)
It actually does not save tofu. Only choose it if you really want the weight. Maybe tactiles are more tolerant with boards. But if you put linears, tofu is almost impossible to sound better than a gasket board.
Just picked this up B-stock. Excellent board overall. One thing I noticed however is that the gasket mechanism itself provides very little flex, infact I find it kinda stiff. The majority of the flex seems to come from the case and the four included standoffs. Has anyone else noticed this?
Built in. Some gasket mount boards have USB built in and still flexible by using larger cutouts. But this one is not as flexible because of that silicone jacket design
Haha... always the case right! Check out sites like shopmech, or thocctock, etc. and they will help you keep track of what comes back in stock! That's how I grabbed this one!
Try lubing and clipping your stabilizers if you haven’t already. Also, KBDfans sells foam inserts for your spacebar that should help make it feel heavier.
I think the easiest and cheapest mod will be the bandaid mod! It's cutting out a square of bandaid and putting it in thr pcb right under the stab stem. That softens the bottom out of the spacebar! Also, I use butyl dampener in some spacebars that tend to sound hollow. Really helps!
I feel like the linear sounds too muted for my taste on fr4 plate + silicon mod. Much prefer the silicon mod + pc plate. But, for tactiles, fr4 sounds so nice in this video
Hi Hananiah! I think that's the characteristic of the Mint Linears... very deep and muted. It does come alive a bit more with something like the Durock POM (Pianos) :) But I do agree, this keyboard with both the PC and FR4 actually sounds much more lively with tactiles Vs. linears and I do recommend tactiles on them with these plates
@@Keybored I see! i havent got the change to use mints linear so i dont really know about that. Thanks. Yeah, i figured maybe switch with longer poles like durock pom will sound louder for linear, since its a direct siblings of sunflower right?
Hi Mimoe! I think with the PC plate, it may... also when I removed the center stand-offs, it was kind of floppy so I put it back in. With the FR4 though, no problems!
Yup! The silicone mod does make the case sound more high pitched. It essentially takes away the case volume, that usually acts like a resonant chamber (like a subwoofer) and makes it more high pitched. However, it does help the case sound less hollow... so plus and minus there I guess. Usually for cases like this, I would use the butyl noise dampener (dynamat, killmat, etc.) since those do a better job of essentially "eating the sound" but didn't want to make it look so ugly from the underside lol :)
Unfortunately, no. The KBD67 Metal kit is actually a top mount keyboard, and although they share similar names and case design, are very different keyboards
Hi PusaKeebs! Usually, they had the necessary files on the bottom of the keyboard product page descriptions. If not, might have to reach out to them to ask for the file.
@@drsteee Extra plates will cost between $25 and $60 depending on the type. Specific pricing hasn't been announced yet, but fr4 and pom are likely to be on the cheaper side.
I have been eyeing some of the idobaos, but I haven't had a chance to get to them... I really like the crystal series and the new best series so hope I can get my hands one of those in the future!
Interesting, let me look into this! I'm current in an apt that is not the quietest unfortunately... the dynamic mic helps to control the ambient noise better but wish I could have a more silent space back... soon tho!
:) Super great sound for the price point for sure! I can't believe all these entry keyboards perform so well nowadays... I mean take a look at the bakeneko... how does that make that kind of sound lol
You know, I thought about doing something like this. Grab something really really budget, and see how far I can push it. :) Just need to find the best test subject
Hi PredictedVFX! I do prefer the bakeneko over the KBD67 lite in terms of sound. The bakeneko has a very fun and exciting sound, the KBD67 is bit more muted and thoccy. But at the end of the day, I think it all depends on what you're looking for! But for sure, the KBD67 LITE has more features than the bakeneko, like RGB, arrow keys, etc. :)
For the same price, Alexa can be better. But I know nothing about the difference between pcb mount and plate mount. Alexa is using gaskets on the pcb. 16.5mm front height is great btw.
I just wanted to let you all know that the keyboard does not come with switches nor Keycaps, which can be a problem for some as some Keycaps and switches can be quite expensive.
ma man says entry but he uses fking silicone like the board is too expensive for entry and he uses high skill building like wtf scilicone nobody just got that at home
Yup! Keep an eye out for the R2! They will be fairly similar with a few details that were changed. But you can also get a wireless version with the R2 :)
damn, this is a really solid option at that price point. Nice to see so many choices for those new to the hobby among this, the upcoming Keychron Q1 and the GMMK Pro. Definitely an exciting time for the community!
I saw the Keychron Q1 and that looks really exciting! I really hope they don't make similar errors as GMMK Pro with the design and open up the board a bit for better sound and feel. I feel if Glorious gave the GMMK pro a bit more vertical space to work with, that would have been amazing for both sound and feel... maybe for V2 lol. But the community has grown so much and there are sooo many great options now! :)
@@Keybored I still want to snag a GMMK Pro but I have heard some complaints. It looks like a solid board for their first entry into the custom market with a few missed minor details. Hopefully a V2 does address those!
Oh man how I love the sound of fr4 plates. My 7v custom fr4 plate just came in and your video reminded me to pick up my slack and rebuild it haha.
How's it going Jaeyou! I think FR4 is one of my favorite materials for plates. It's not as stiff as the metal ones, but also sounds so clean. I may need to start getting some FR4 cut for some other boards! Love your 7v build tho! I'm sure that will sound amazing with an FR4 for sure!
@Valactic wasssuup!
holy shit I aint no expert but that stock sound typing test already sounds better than some of the custom mechs ive seen
This keyboard sounds great out of the box, especially for this price point!
was about to say the same.
stock this sounds better than 90% of the stuff that gets posted on /r/mk, especially the spacebar
67lite and the ikki really impressed me. I’m hoping that eventually they can both become in stock options and will become the new norm for newcomers.
I really preferred the stock sound. The silicone muted the board way too much
Mee too. Also removed the silicone dampener of my portico. It sounds way better with just cheap packaging foam
Thank you for the feedback!
@@noerms do u like the portico or kbd67 lite more and why?
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Scott, I love what you do and thank you for making this hobby so much more enjoyable. God Bless and thank you for doing what you do!
Thank you so much strykr360! I really appreciate that! I really hope that I can help both enthusiasts and newcomers alike with the content! It can be so overwhelming but I feel like there are so many people providing relevant content and advice :)
@@Keybored yo dude can you do comparison between plateless and fr4 plate?
I am really happy someone finally put the mint linears in the spotlight (not in a review about them). I really love them a lot
:) They are a deep and thocky switch!
It just occurred to me the FR4 plate mod won't work on the R2 without extra standoffs, because its standoffs are embedded in its plate rather than screwed to it. Guess I'm glad I got the R1, because I really want to try that! Very cool way of distinguishing your take on this keeb - great video.
That is a very interesting point David! Are they also changing the locations of the stand-offs also? I wonder if you can use the provided R1 stand-offs and screw it onto the plate itself Vs. the PCB and make it R2 compatible.
love a new keybored video ❤️
Thank you so much Xavier! Thanks for watching and hope the video was informative!
I think something a lot of mk enthusiasts forget about when deciding on good entry boards is the availability. For someone getting started, being able to get it right there and then and have it ship in a reasonable amount of time matters a lot as they are new to the hobby, and it often gets overlooked. A lot of people said Tada68, NK65 or whatever as a good starting board, but for years I have never been able to actually get it.
That is very true! So many options out there, but for some crazy reason, they are always sold out lol. Use sites like thocstock or shopmech, etc. and stay on top of what comes back into stock! That's how I got this one :)
Great vid brother. We definitely need more entry kits like this. Such good value.
It truly is! And for the price... Its really great both feel and sound!
Thicc thoccs are the way to go
Thanks Omar! First one too!
I bought mine luckily after the round 2 run. Can’t wait to try out this keyboard!
You won't be disappointed!
woah that silicone mod fixed the spacebar rattle interesting, also, in this build, did you use the stabilizer pad for the spacebar?
Thanks! I don't believe so. I believe I used it for the portico
@@Keybored Oh okay nice thank you :)
I absolutely love the MT3 profile but I find it hard to type on linear switches. It's awesome on tactiles.
It really felt awkward for me at start, but when I got used to it, I enjoyed it much more than SA!
Would love a vid in the silicone mod! And can’t wait for that portico build!
I'll work on a short! Probably will be a double video week coming up soon lol. I am currently typing on a built portico right now... and I can tell you between this and the KBD67 LITE, I feel there is a clear winner... at least to me.
@@Keybored good to hear! Can’t wait… you inspired me to get a gk61 and it could use the silicone mod. It it is fun to play around and tinker with it too!
Amazing video! Is this the R1 version of the KBD67 Lite? ☺️ TIA!
your silicone pouring skills are 👌
I see you did the silicone mold mod...
I did cut the sides so that the little waves made when the silicone cured were not visible , i made a yt video in my channel about this if u wana see what i mean.
I will link your video as a lot of ppl were asking for a comparison with and without the silicone dampener. (I did not do it since i was using silent boba u4)
Hi DJ Gelo! Thanks for stopping by! I'll head over there and check it out brother!
@@Keybored thanks , ive added ur vid in case anyone wants to see the difference it made. Awesome vid ... I wish i could get video quality to your level.
I can hear the scratchyness of the cherry stabs
This channel should have more subs. This is quality content.
Thank you so much Ali! I'll keep up the grind and hopefully in the future!
Wow, really good and entertaining video! I am kinda sick right now, so this video helped me get in a better mood :)
Thanks Elias! Hope you get better soon man!
Just got 2 KBD67 Lite barebones (second handed USD100 total), one for home and one for work.
planning on hopping onto R2. great vid, Scott!
Thanks SHCTeva! Good seeing you back! The R2 should be interesting! I'm not sure how the Injection Molding will change the plate Vs. the CNC, and what kind of changes will be made to the PCB, but overall, I think what makes this keyboard special will remain and it'll be a great keyboard! Also, more colors!
Mint linears sound nice and thoccy
They definitely are very thoccy and deep. I feel that they're like a Ink Black but deeper actually
@@Keybored hey man i just wanna let you know that your mint linear video was legitimately the reason i discovered them and chose them over black inks for a build im doing right now thank you so much man
@@Keybored I was planning to get Durock Poms. I am looking for a deep thocky sounding switch. Would you recommend these Mints or the Durock Poms?
Are there fr4 plates for the gamakay lk67? I haven't been able to find any but it would be really helpful if you know!
I’ve been looking for a budget friendly 65% board for a while!
Well it's out of stock so good luck finding it
I will also be showing off the Portico 65% next week! You can decide which one is right for you right after that :)
@@Keybored the winner will be kbd67lite ... Mark my words ... & If it's true ... U gonna mentioned my name .. in Ur video that I told u so ... 💯
@@reyjerr4086 r2 is coming hopefully in the next month with pretty decent stock numbers
@@brutalr8922 some people will have different opinion
Nice to see a keeb reviewer who can actually type 😆
Lol I know exactly what you're talking about haha
I would love a tutorial on the liquid silicon mod. Makes the board sound great!
Got it! I'll work on a short!
@@Keybored Great, thanks!
This has got to be the best sounding KBD67 Lite I've seen on UA-cam so far. Thank you for showcasing these mods, looking forward to your silicone tutorial :) What do you think of the mint linears? I'm looking for a deep-sounding linear switch that's near 60-62g, thinking about putting Lavenders with a spring swap on this board... Hope I get to order soon!
Hi Nanami! Thank you for the comments on the KBD67 Lite! I actually have the new aluminum case coming, so I will be providing some insights on that as well! In terms of the Mint Linears, they are a smooth, deep linear, with a subdued sound. If you're looking for a deep, laid back linear, the mint will be a good choice!
@@Keybored Thank you for the response! How would you compare the smoothness level with other linears on the market?
@@mikazukixiv hi Nanami, I feel the smoothness is definitely on the smoother end, due to the uhmwpe stems! Comparable to a gateron ink switch or of similar level of a switch
Another video from Scott? My day just got better
Haha, thank you brother! Hope the video was entertaining!
So I found this right now (2023) in wireless, and it costs 100 euros. I am looking for a light keyboard that is not too noisy that I can take to work with me. Is it worth it in 2023 you believe?
the Bakeneko is mythical at this point. no one resells it and it is never in stock. I just want an aluminum kit for less than 150
I think the bakeneko is probably the best sounding keyboard per dollar... and it also has a very nice typing feel... probably why people have been buying and hoarding it lol :) Although I do know a few people that bought it after they saw mine and but was waaaaay too lazy to build it so it's sitting pretty in the carrying case lol.
@@Keybored my lite R2 is on the way so I guess that’ll have to hold me out until it comes back in stock😂
Every keyboard you touch instantly becomes better. I was also really impressed with stock sounds given the price. Lol I wish this board was around when I started.
This board really works super well right out of the box. I think any mod on top is just the icing on the cake!
Please do a review of the XD87 Hotswap from kprepublic, it is a TKL keyboard kit that goes for $70 for the case and PCB. One good feature of this board is it uses screw in stabs instead of snap in like many other budget keyboards.
Keep up the good work with the videos!
Thank you Donovan! Is the XD87 the one that has the rotary knob option?
@@Keybored No, here is a link to the hotswap version of the XD87: kprepublic.com/products/hot-swappable-xd87-hs-xd87-custom-mechanical-keyboard-kit80-supports-tkg-tools-support-underglow-rgb-pcb-programmed-gh80-kle?_pos=2&_sid=41b716107&_ss=r&variant=14736539090988 However, the link for the hotswap version doesn't show any pictures of the case so I'll also attach the link for the non hotswap one which has the pictures of what is looks like: kprepublic.com/products/xd87-xd87-xd80-custom-mechanical-keyboard-kit80-supports-tkg-tools-support-underglow-rgb-pcb-programmed-gh80-kle?_pos=1&_sid=2d6929493&_ss=r&variant=10176717488172 Also, take note of the different kit options, if you scroll down to the details section of the page you can see what they all include.
Please show us how to silicone. Plus love your content it's so valuable. I Watched all your videos. Keep doing awesome content. Thank you.
Yup will do! I'll plan a short and I can show it real quick!
Hi, I have a question and I hope you can enlighten me on this. May I know where to obtain the plate file for the kbd67 lite? I have a kbdfans blade65 and it uses the same plate as the kbd67 lite. However, I cant seem to find the plate file online. Any ideas?
Hmm... I'm not too sure actually. Perhaps may be worthwhile to reach out to kbdfans or one of the plate manufacturers and ask them for the file? Like bredworks or maybe hype keyboards?
How do you change the rgb mode? Ive tried using via to remap, and using the 2nd key left from space + w/q and nothing has worked, please help!
Hmmm... I think I did something similar and I was able to set it so I can toggle through it! Make sure the layer you put it on is the right one!
when you do the silicone mod, do you still use bottom foam under the PCB? Do you think to also add PE Foam mod is to much?
Yup! I used both and it fit no problem!
PE Foam mod is not too much! I have mine with all 3
How does kbd67 lite with fr4 sound and typing feel compared to bakeneko60? Which gasket mount implementation yo think is better?
They are very different. The bakeneko is much softer and clacky due to its gummy o ring mounting style. However it solely focuses on the typing vs. Features, etc. So if that is what you're going for, bake is a great option. If you want a bit of balance, the kbd67 lite.
wow, that is such a nice sound and keyboard. For just a hundred dollars
its a banger
mirror on the wall, here we are again
I put in some Durock Poms (pianos) and the MT3 caps... the sound is so phenomenal... not sure how from a $100 board. Between this and the Bakeneko such great boards this year for this price.
@@Keybored I agree, both sound and feel phenomenal for their prices but I have to say I choose the bakeneko over the 67 lite just because I love alu keyboards. Great video once again!
@@Kingbob556 between the 2, I would also :) only issue with the bakeneko for me is that it doesn't have arrow keys... I need it for work haha. Need to get the 65 version
@@Keybored Yup, for me it doesn’t matter too much but I know that there’s a large crowd of people who would pounce on the board with the addition of arrow keys. Stay safe 👍👍
Where do you get the red Esc keycaps? Nice build im gonna build similar colorway.
I got the red cherry profile ones from the GMK Godspeed set :)
in terms of sound and typing, is the fr4 plate better than the stock pc plate
I really like the FR4 plate. The PC plate on the KBD67 Lite is not bad at all though... it sounds very nice and clean Vs. some others I have tried. The silicone dampener sandwiching really helps with this I think.
Hey, I have another question. Do you like the mint linears more than gateron black ink v2s? This is my last decision before I fully choose 1 or the other & it's a tough decision. I heard ink v2's are inconsistent & what can be done putting UHMWPE stems on them.
Hmmm... some batches of the V2s can be inconsistent, but I think most of the batches I dealt with were ok. The switches are similar to each other, but in terms of sound, I prefer the inks over the mints. The mints are more quiet. Smoothness wise, the mints. But at the end of the day, I'm a sound guy so I would take the Ink :)
@@Keybored I see. I’m torn between the 2 but mint linears I don’t have to do anything except lubing them. While inks I need that stem swap, film & lube. I might just get more & see which I like & sell the other. Appreciate your help :)
Thanks! This is the exact setup I’ll be getting but Tiffany R2 kbd67 lite & mint linears! Can’t wait! What are your thoughts on the diamond linears? I feel like they are more deeper than mints but no reviews out yet
Hmm I've actually not used any diamonds! I'll have to check those out! Back to thocstock and shopmech!
@@Keybored hey I also found that someone said you said that mint linears stems can shrink & make it that keycaps will come out easier & etc. Do you still recommend these switches? Or would it be better to wait till they fix the stem issue or it’ll be fine if I only use 1 set of keycaps? Thanks a lot!
@@3AsianBoi I believe another reviewer actually mentioned that :) Fortunately for me, I have not ran into that issue yet, and I have moved these switches around between 3 keyboards so far and 4 keycap sets. Only keycap it felt a bit loose on was one of my SA sets, but that one has issues with other switches as well, so I assume it's more caps than the switch. But UHMWPE does have the tendency to be looser with caps after wear, so I wouldn't suggest putting caps on and off all the time on UHMWPE!
@@Keybored appreciate it! I’ll just be using 1 keycap set then 😅
a new mic I like it ;)
Thank you! It's been working out much better!
i think the silicone pour killed the nice sound characteristics of the stock board. i also tried dampening mine further and had a similar effect
the stock foam really is enough. i appreciate the effort to test it though
Thanks for the feedback! Silicone filler is never my favorite medium, but for this one, I had to use it so I don't ruin the look of the clear case... I really like how zip-n-fit liner works... a good balance of hollowness reduction without drastically killing the sound.
@@Keybored indeed, silicone pour is a good choice for a clear board, other methods can look kinda strange
in any case, i very much appreciate the work you put into your videos and the experimentation involved
Did you put the case foam on top of the silicone or left the case foam out?
I put it on top of the silicone!
@@Keybored Thank You!
Where do you find a kbd 67 lite in stock pls tell me I really want one
Hi Prime Football! I was looking at shopmech and it just popped up one day as an "instock" Probably an one off that became available, but I hopped on the chance. I would suggest checking out sites like thocstock or shopmech and keep an eye out and hope you get lucky!
This, Portico, or Tofu65? I’m having a hard time trying to decide which one would be the best to get. Something under 300 would be preferred if you know any really good 65% boards. Thanks!
Hi Bigman! I should be releasing the portico vs the kbd67 lite video this week (so stay tuned for that!) But between the 2 and the Tofu, they are very different keyboards. I feel that in terms of overall "premium" level, the Tofu definitely plays the part better with its aluminum case and brass heft, the various options you can choose for plates, etc. However, it is a tray mounted design and features less "technology" as the KBD67 and Portico with their newer gasket designs. If I was going for stock, out of box use, I would probably take the KBD67 Lite or the Portico, but if I was willing to mod a bit, I probably would choose the Tofu over the 2, especially with dampening and O-Ring mod, the tofu transforms!
@@Keybored thanks for a more in depth response than I was expecting. Tofu65 has been on my mind since I saw your o-ring mod tutorial (I commented asking about the Tofu60 comparability which unfortunately didn’t work since the screws were a bit too short) but saw this and was unsure which to get. I think I’ll stick with getting a Tofu65 and modding the crap out of it using the methods you showed. Thanks again and subbed :)
It actually does not save tofu. Only choose it if you really want the weight. Maybe tactiles are more tolerant with boards. But if you put linears, tofu is almost impossible to sound better than a gasket board.
MT3 and DSA keycaps always feel and sound better to me. Fight me!
:) I love mt3
Just picked this up B-stock. Excellent board overall. One thing I noticed however is that the gasket mechanism itself provides very little flex, infact I find it kinda stiff. The majority of the flex seems to come from the case and the four included standoffs. Has anyone else noticed this?
I am actually working with a vendor to see if we could do a full true gasket mount conversion... getting real close to a testing sample!
The usb c port is Built in right? so how does it work if its "gasket mounted" cuz usually its seperate in gasket boards
Built in. Some gasket mount boards have USB built in and still flexible by using larger cutouts. But this one is not as flexible because of that silicone jacket design
@@Keybored but do you think its sturdy enough because ive seen people add gaskets to the plate andd removing the silicone to add more flex
Almost a year later. Answer to the question? No.
If this is R1. How does R2 and upcoming R3 differ?
I think the plate/pcb is a bit different from what I know! But other than that, the typing sound and experience should be similar
Best budget keyboard i couldn't get🥲
Haha... always the case right! Check out sites like shopmech, or thocctock, etc. and they will help you keep track of what comes back in stock! That's how I grabbed this one!
Can you please do a short tutorial about the liquid silicone dampener please?
Yup! I'll make a short video of it! It's so easy that it can be explained in 1 minute I think lol
PORTICO!
It's coming! :)
would the silicone bottom pad makes the u4t less thocky?
Yup it does actually
Where did you get the silicone liquid from?
I got it from Amazon :) I plan to do a #short on it this week :)
I know this off topic,but I need some tips at improving my spacebar's feeling,it's stiff and hollow..mind helping me?
Try lubing and clipping your stabilizers if you haven’t already. Also, KBDfans sells foam inserts for your spacebar that should help make it feel heavier.
kbdfans.com/products/spacebar-foam
I think the easiest and cheapest mod will be the bandaid mod! It's cutting out a square of bandaid and putting it in thr pcb right under the stab stem. That softens the bottom out of the spacebar! Also, I use butyl dampener in some spacebars that tend to sound hollow. Really helps!
can you still fit the case foam even with the silicon bottom?
you can on the Lite version! I have both in there for this demo!
키보드 소리 너무 좋은데요?? 이렇게 갖고 싶게 만드는 영상은 처음이에요
ㅎㅎㅎ 감사합니다!
Can you do the TKC Portico next? I know you can do wonders with it.
Hi Maxim! I have done a few things that did make thr portico nicer to me. I'll try to get around to it!
I feel like the linear sounds too muted for my taste on fr4 plate + silicon mod. Much prefer the silicon mod + pc plate. But, for tactiles, fr4 sounds so nice in this video
Hi Hananiah! I think that's the characteristic of the Mint Linears... very deep and muted. It does come alive a bit more with something like the Durock POM (Pianos) :) But I do agree, this keyboard with both the PC and FR4 actually sounds much more lively with tactiles Vs. linears and I do recommend tactiles on them with these plates
@@Keybored I see! i havent got the change to use mints linear so i dont really know about that. Thanks. Yeah, i figured maybe switch with longer poles like durock pom will sound louder for linear, since its a direct siblings of sunflower right?
more sound test on this board with the fr4 plate!
I can do some shorts!
Is there any prebuilt keyboard set which sells in iso, except gmmk and keychron?
Hmmm... Keychron was the only one that came to mind... not so sure about too many iso models unfortunately :(
@@Keybored Yea I had to solder hot swap sockets on an empty pcb to get myself a somewhat different board to the two I mentioned above.
What’s the best switches for both pc plate and fr4 plate
Depends on your preference! I like the sunflowers and durock poms on the kbd67 lite!
Nice!
Thank you!
Seems mt3 sounds good to my ears haha, thinking to get one for my upcoming kbd67 lite hmmm
MT3 definitely has a different sound Vs. Cherry! And the profile is actually comfortable to type on, as long as you use a wrist rest!
@@Keybored nice to hear that sir keybored, hmm thinking to buy the mt3 wob xD
Hi! Will it reall bend the pcb if i remove the screws in the middle? I only have one keyboard 😆 but they feel better typing without them
Hi Mimoe! I think with the PC plate, it may... also when I removed the center stand-offs, it was kind of floppy so I put it back in. With the FR4 though, no problems!
@@Keybored oh i see i actually just removed the screws but not the stand offs. Some even go plateless
I can't tell too much difference. The stock seems good enough.
The stock is pretty good!
Nice video
Thank you Minx! I appreciate you taking a look!
man that sounds sexy.
Sexy for sure!
it sounds high pitched after the sillicone mod, i think it sounded better without.
Yup! The silicone mod does make the case sound more high pitched. It essentially takes away the case volume, that usually acts like a resonant chamber (like a subwoofer) and makes it more high pitched. However, it does help the case sound less hollow... so plus and minus there I guess. Usually for cases like this, I would use the butyl noise dampener (dynamat, killmat, etc.) since those do a better job of essentially "eating the sound" but didn't want to make it look so ugly from the underside lol :)
Can you use the case from the metal mk2?
Unfortunately, no. The KBD67 Metal kit is actually a top mount keyboard, and although they share similar names and case design, are very different keyboards
How do I get the plate design from kbd?
Hi PusaKeebs! Usually, they had the necessary files on the bottom of the keyboard product page descriptions. If not, might have to reach out to them to ask for the file.
Tomorrow the Mode65 can be preordered, would you recommend FR4 or POM?
Preferance. You can buy both as an additional add on.
@@melkerll are you sure that this will be possible?
@@drsteee absolutely
@@melkerll do you also know how much the plates will cost?
@@drsteee Extra plates will cost between $25 and $60 depending on the type. Specific pricing hasn't been announced yet, but fr4 and pom are likely to be on the cheaper side.
just wondering if this has pure white led
It does! Once you take out all the saturation, you get white.
Personally i think i prefer the pc plate because of the more poppy sound signature
Yup! All about preference!
Will do a review on idobao id67?
I have been eyeing some of the idobaos, but I haven't had a chance to get to them... I really like the crystal series and the new best series so hope I can get my hands one of those in the future!
SHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESH
Lol Thanks!
Stock test at 5:25 has some weird vibration thrum going on.
Interesting, let me look into this! I'm current in an apt that is not the quietest unfortunately... the dynamic mic helps to control the ambient noise better but wish I could have a more silent space back... soon tho!
@@Keybored pretty sure it's resonance from the case. The sound was no longer present during the tests where the case had dampening.
i would like to see a process video on the silicone mod as well! I want to be able to remove it easily but I don't want to ruin the typing experience.
Hi Tenka! I'll try to put out a #short this week on it! It's so easy and it comes off no problem with no damage
ngl I think the mods made the board sound boring. The stock sounds had some character to ott
I put the durock poms on this with MT3 caps, and the sound is actually phenomenal :) Been my daily driver lately
*sheesh sheesh sheesh
This sounds better than my KBD75v2 😂
:) Super great sound for the price point for sure! I can't believe all these entry keyboards perform so well nowadays... I mean take a look at the bakeneko... how does that make that kind of sound lol
Plz do an ultimate modding video for a budget board
You know, I thought about doing something like this. Grab something really really budget, and see how far I can push it. :) Just need to find the best test subject
Are you considering some RK (Royal Kludge) boards in your list?
Me and the membrane boys who just want any mechanical keyboard
Lots of options out there that are great without breaking the bank too much :)
what is this pcb?
This is the KBD67 MKII RGB V2! It's a mouthful for sure
this or bakenko I prefer bakenko metal case and I like the sound a little better but I prefer 65% and kbd67 lite mods seem so nice
Hi PredictedVFX! I do prefer the bakeneko over the KBD67 lite in terms of sound. The bakeneko has a very fun and exciting sound, the KBD67 is bit more muted and thoccy. But at the end of the day, I think it all depends on what you're looking for! But for sure, the KBD67 LITE has more features than the bakeneko, like RGB, arrow keys, etc. :)
@@Keybored which has more flex when typing not just pushing down on it?
Did you get the phantom? 65%+alu+same mounting technique as bakeneko.
@@yuzhifur looking at the Alexa by maker same company as phantom
For the same price, Alexa can be better. But I know nothing about the difference between pcb mount and plate mount. Alexa is using gaskets on the pcb. 16.5mm front height is great btw.
wait? flexy? my kbd67 lite r3 has 0 flex 😭
It's definitely a stiffer board from a flex perspective. But does have some give Vs. something like the D65 which really is stiff haha
@@Keybored maybe I should take off a few screws on the pcb and see if it does anything. As is, it's stiff as he'll 😭
I honestly think these mods made the sound go backwards. Could just be me.
:) All about preference! But the mods did make it sound higher pitched, so that is something to keep in mind!
NOICE
Thanks!
I just wanted to let you all know that the keyboard does not come with switches nor Keycaps, which can be a problem for some as some Keycaps and switches can be quite expensive.
how do you install the plate can you make a video on that please
Super easy! You just remove the top screws and the entire thing comes apart!
@@Keybored like a fr4 tho i bought one to and the polycarb has standoffs
I typed this comment with my left hand.
Haha thanks!
Pls do a Silicone Tutorial, just letting you know ;)
I'll work on a short! Should be able to show it in like 1 minute lol
thocc but boring sound tho
I guess it's all about preference! I do like the excitement of the Bakeneko tho over a more thoccy bassy sound
ma man says entry but he uses fking silicone like the board is too expensive for entry and he uses high skill building like wtf scilicone nobody just got that at home
Lol! The Silicone is much cheaper than you think! And you can do like 5 keyboards with one kit :)
@@Keybored ye but the board still expensive
kbd lite is bad, galaxies is better
I do wish I could get my hands on a galaxias kit... still in China GB no?
@@Keybored it is russian bord) cnc pc case, isolation maunt for 11000rub. i can give link vk.com/dreamkeeb?w=wall-198162677_1231
It's not Available ... Anywhere 😭
r2 is coming soon with pretty high stock numbers.
Yup! Keep an eye out for the R2! They will be fairly similar with a few details that were changed. But you can also get a wireless version with the R2 :)
@@AznSuperman43 I ordered R2, next month will be delivered