Modding the RK68 Keyboard | Best Budget Keyboard | ASMR
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- Опубліковано 3 сер 2021
- RK68 Keyboard: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08...
Happy Balls Keycaps: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08...
Lavender Linear Switches: cannonkeys.com/products/laven...
Krytox 205g0: divinikey.com/collections/lub...
Deskeys Switch Film: divinikey.com/collections/key...
Size #0 Brush: divinikey.com/collections/key...
Expandable Foam Weatherstrip: www.lowes.com/pd/M-D-Expandab...
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0:00 - Out of Box Typing Test
1:08 - Taking Apart The Board
3:13 - Foam Dampeners
6:09 - New Switches | Lubing/Filming
8:31 - Stabilizer Lubing and Mods
11:00 - Board Assembly
11:30 - Key Testing
11:58 - Modded Typing Test
12:33 - Typing Comparison
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That modded space bar had me feeling some kind of way 😩
Hey now... thats MY spacebar you're talkin about... but same 😏
Ayoo?
Spacebarophobic?
@@SL1CER70 yes
Дежавю?
I'm a newbie also and just ordered RK68, all the custom kit, and Akko matcha switch awaiting my first mod, this video is the perfect guide for me.
I'm glad it could help! :)
yo same im getting a rk68 with akko rose red switches and akko bow keycaps also some foam
@@actuallyvortex9363 are the Akko rose red good?
dude this sounds amazing, especially for your first build!!
Thank you so much!
@@nathantaylor6850 for the band aid you u put on the pcb, did you just stick it back to the bottom of the white thing , or the blue board?
Sry for my noob question lol
@@meppy9945 Nl you're good. It's basically just there to stop the stabs from moving back and forth and rattling. You pretty much just stick to the top like a shim. It doesn't have to be nearly as long as in the video. I just folded it around the white part of the case since thats what the stabs attach to.
@@nathantaylor6850 oh ok, ty. I was also wondering if it is dangerous to put foam on the battery?
@@meppy9945 I wouldn't say its dangerous, but you can't put too much on it since its already a tight fit. I didn't do it because of that reason and also it probably wouldn't have made too much of a difference.
Great work on this! I would encourage using masking (painters) tape on the back of the PCB, gives most boards a deep and rich sound. Super clean for your first build!
Thanks! I will try this on this keyboard when I get the chance and also on my next build. 😁
@@nathantaylor6850 No problem! If you’re looking for another board, you can check out the soundtests on my channel to see some other in-stock boards and how they sound.
@@Popkeebs Will do, thanks!
Do you mean the blue one (painters) tape?
this video 100% sold me on the RK68 (specifically the RKG68 with the 2.4 wireless) just because of how easy you made it look to mod. Thank you!
It's extremely easy. This was my first time owning and modding a mechanical keyboard. This specific keyboard is super easy to mod and pretty cheap as well. A really good first keyboard to try it out on. It is totally worth it, good luck on your new project! 😁
I own a RKG68 and its one of the most simplest board to mod. The board is worth your money since it has almost ALL features.
@@MultiUBT Absolutely! I was very surprised just how easily you can mod it.
Is the 2.4ghz good in terms of range?
@@reubanramsden6230 With the 2.4ghz version it comes with a little wireless dongle like a mouse or other device would. The frequency is large enough that it can even go through walls and such. The mouse I have uses 2.4ghz wireless and I can be clear across about two rooms without it cutting out, so I'm sure for standard uses you will have no issues with the keyboard.
Hey dude, just wanted to say thanks for the amazing tutorial! I ordered an RK68 after watching your video last week and after all the mods, it turned out amazing. I couldn't be happier!
I'm glad it turned out good!
The way you presented the mods and layout was fascinating. I actually thought you had like 10 years experience of modding keyboards with the layout and the sound! Keep up the great work man. You've just gained a new subscriber and a like.
Thank you so much, that means a lot! 😊
i come back to this channel a month later and seriously how has he not gotten a huge upsurge in subs, this channel is a gem
Thank you so much for your support! I'm posting another video today! 😁
Honestly this is probably the best budget/ beginner build I’ve ever seen and the editing was so clean keep up the work and if u play any games we should squad up if ur down
Thank you so much! Sadly I don't play games that often because my laptop isn't the best, but I could add you on discord or wherever if you'd like 👍
@@nathantaylor6850 they are not gateron reds i dont think
@@zacharywhitehead1310 The original switches should be Gateron Reds, but I can't really verify since I don't know enough about switches. I made another keyboard using them and they sound and feel pretty good so I don't mind what they are since they work 😄
ive never modded a keyboard before because I thought I would break it but you doing so good for ur first time has given me a little bit of motivation
Go for it! It's surprisingly hard to mess up, just start with easier mods and go from there. I consider myself fairly handy which was definitely helpful, but this is something I think anyone could easily do. Good luck!
6:09 *he is a man of focus, commitment, and sheer freaking will.*
Ooooor just a bored high schooler on summer break with nothing better to do (and maybe a little of all of those lol), but I appreciate the compliment. 😄
this keyboard is beautiful, i can listen to it all day
Thank you! Luckily I get to. 😄
dude i dont know how you have 200 subs you deserve way more the video quality is incredible. Nice keyboard btw
Thank you so much! 😁
That sounds and looks just so beautiful, happy to have seen that :P
Thank you so much! 😁
I probably watched this video 100 times already, such a great video. Great job and can wait for my rkg68 to come in and try to make it sound like yours 😂
Thank you so much! Good luck with your build!
Wow! Great production value for a channel with only 24 subscribers. Keeb mods sound great and I look forward to your future videos :)
Thank you so much! I have lots of experience with cameras I've just never made a video on UA-cam. I'll be thinking of some more videos for the future. I didn't expect this video to blow up for being my first video so I didn't have anything else planned 😄
Real great job man 🙌 It sounds great! 👌
Thanks so much! 😄
can i just say this video is beautifully made
Thank you very much! 😄
When I saw this vid I thought you had millions of subscribers. This is amazing content. You deserve more subs
Thank you so much! 😄
HEYYY THATS PRETTY GOOOD!
Thank youuu! 😁
I have also recently gotten into the custom keyboard hobby. You did a great job on the mods for this keyboard! The stabs sound pretty good.
It might have been the mic you were using, not sure, but at the start of the modded sound test, it sounded like some of the lubed switches were slightly scratchy- I didn’t know if it was just me or what.
Regardless, I had some Alpacas that were slightly scratchy like this as well after lubing, which was remedied by applying a bit of extra lube to the sliders of the bottom housings so I figured I would share this info with you :)
Subscribed! I thoroughly enjoyed your method of video production and the fun transitions.
Looking forward to more content :)
Thanks! 😄 I think as time went on the sound became more consistent and less scratchy. Also I didn't expect a lot of people to see this video... it was kinda just documenting it for my own fun, so we will see what I make in the future. Thank you for the comment though!
Super high quality mod + video and music. Love the vibes! I got the RK68 in December of 2020, but the month right after they released the current hot-swappable version so now I'm just left with soldered switches 😭. I already have pbt caps and I'm planning to foam and tape mod. Since I can't take the switches out I'll probably try Push-Stem lubing them and then get dielectric grease for the stabs. Till then I'll be stuck with this board be I plan to get a custom.
Thanks! I hope the lubing goes well. Also, I had no luck with dielectric grease because I'm incompetent and my stabs stuck, so I just ended putting krytox in them and that worked 😅. Good luck!
The quality of the vid is insanee
Thank you so much! 😁
Lol i got exactly the same keyboard and keycaps. I used gateron milky yellow for a month and i decided to replace with gateron clear for a more smooth experience. I got the same problem as you adding foam in the bottom zone of the kb. Nice video 😁
Thanks you! 😁
To cut the stabilizers, is it just opposite legs from each other ? (Left on one side, left on the other ?)
I think it was the diagonal two that had a lip. I would look at another tutorial to be sure though 👍
This sounds amaaaazing! keep it up hope you can grow and become more popular don't know if I am spelling popular correct because I come from the Netherlands but back to the point you did a great job gonna do some mods that you did to my rk68 and maybe you can do the tape mod and pe foam mod
Thank you! When I get back home in a few weeks I'm going to try the tape mod on this keyboard and if it makes a difference I'll post a video on it.
THAT SPACEBAR
It's always been about the spacebar thocks 😉
Tbh for a first timer you did freaking well I rmb for my first time modding my keyboard it did not end well but hey we all learn from mistakes right
Yep! I definitely made some mistakes I think, but it's always fun learning from them to make an even better one in the future. Also, thank you!
You Killed it! This is amazing for someones first time! For a second I thought those were nk creams lmao
Thank you so much! 😄
love the t h o c k
same
Wow, sounds great, I have the same keyboard and may copy your mod. Nice job!
Thanks! Good luck if you do copy them. It still sounds great a few months later.
you deserve more subscribers.. Awesome Vid btw!
Thank you so much! 😊
I just got into the hobby of modding mechanical keyboards. I find your video very helpful and I love your modded keyboard. Your video gave me a lot of confidence. If I have a wish, I kinda wish I can see where and how u clipped the stabilisers. But of course I can search other videos to see how its done, no biggie. Anyways, thanks for the good content!
It's super simple when put into steps. This was my first time moding and actually owning a mechanical keyboard, so you can definitely do it too. The reason I didn't put the lubing and clipping of the stabs is because I didn't know what I was doing either, so I couldn't make a good looking video and have them moded well. Basically you clip of the two legs that have a lip so that the bottom of the stab is flat. Thanks for the comment!
@@nathantaylor6850 why did you clip the stabilizers again?
@@TheJProducti0ns in theory, if they’re flat they won’t wobble
good build bro😁
Thanks! 😁
Sheeeesh the transitions though I like the edit
Why thank you kind stranger! 😄
Great video Nathan, I typically don't like asmr videos but for hearing thoccs, asmr's are great.
How has your experience been with your modded RK68 after 3 weeks?
Could you please describe your experience with the lavender linear switches? Would you recommend them?
EDIT: confused tactile with linear switches for a second there
It has broken in a little and I realize now I didn't put enough lube in the switches to achieve what I was going for I think, but it is still insanely smooth and sounds really nice. I definitely don't regret making this keyboard, but if I were to do it again I would put just a little bit more lube. It's not a big enough thing to warrant re-lubing however. Overall, I'm thrilled with the build. Thank you for the comment!
I was planning on basically doing the same thing as you just trying to decide what switch to go for NK creams or Lavenders? and I prefer a more thocky sound profile
Yeah I watched many videos for switches and liked the deeper sound of the lavender switches. It also depends heavily on the keycaps and sometimes even your desk. Good luck on your project!
@@nathantaylor6850 Thanks a lot I will def go for the Lavenders. I watched many vids of NK creams and Lavender sound test and I liked Lavenders thock more. Thank you for helping me with my decision also keep up the amazing vids;)
@@rory4539 No problem, and thanks!
This video is so soothing to watch 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 my RK 68 is coming in the mail today :) I can’t wait to mod it! Is it safe to leave the battery in there with the foam? I can’t remember where I heard it but I heard that you shouldn’t do that 😱
Thank you so much! As long as the battery isn't plugged in while youre modding it and not being pushed down hard by the foam you should be fine. I just left the foam that was already stock on top of it. Also, good luck in your modding endeavors! 😁
I was going to buy this keyboard. Then i realised how the switches looks cheap and the amount of work and money to spend to make it solid and top tier. I went for the Keychron Q2 pro. Pricey but I have all I need. Nice video! I still think this keyboard is a solid one tho. Just my personal preference :)
I subscribe and you keep making vids this was pretty good
Thank you very much!
Watching this after receiving my gk68. Now I know what to do 😜
Noooiice! Good luck!
Nice transition
Thanks!
This guy deserves more poularity! Just 146 subs for this editing. thougth you had 500k lol
Thanks! Although I'd say a 14,600% increase in subs over a couple months is pretty good. 😂
My man creates a banger video and then just dips
Hey maaannn... college takes some time 😂
Hopefully I can upload a video around Christmas if I get my girlfriend a keyboard 🤫
@@nathantaylor6850 that would be great
That's actually a decent sound from your first mod, and btw do you still notice any scratches after modding the stock stabs?
Thank you so much! Now that the keyboards been broken in for a while, I haven't notice any scratching yet. Still sounds great 👍
oh my gosh that sound so good nice video! you got 1 sub from me !
Thank you so much! 😁
don't know if you're still answering questions, but what's your opinion on using painter's tape or medical tape for the mods that require bandaids? Would they sound the same?
I don't think the mod effects sound much other than stab rattle. It's basically just a shim to make the fit of the clip on stab more tight so it doesn't rattle in its mount. I think either should work fine. You could pretty much use anything to do it. Hope this helps!
this is nice but also got anxiety like several times when he would pull the pcb i legit thought it would break hahahaha
It was definitely scary, but I got used to it after doing it a few times 😄
would it make a diff if i just apply the band aid mod? maybe clip the stabilizers as well without lubing anything?
If anything the biggest mod for the stabs was lubing since it vastly reduces the rattle of the wire. The band aid mod definitely reduces rattle in the fit, but not in the wire and nearly as much as lubing, however if thats all you can do for now it is better than nothing. Also, if you want to clip the stabs I would watch some tutorials first since I didn't show it very well in this video. Good luck! 👍
@@nathantaylor6850 just band aided and it sounds way better . Thanks for the vid!
@@burberriesncream No problem! 😊
That sounds great i modded the same board and your spacebar sounds way better
Thanks so much! It's a nice board to mod on for sure. 😄
indeed
Nice work what camera do you use
Thanks! I used a Canon 80D with a manual Rokinon 35mm F1.4 lens.
Just wondering what camera did you use and what did you use hold it up? Also Really Clean build
Thanks! I used a Canon 80D with a manual Rokinon 35mm F1.4 lens.
Hi great vid! But i have a question, does thock makes the key hard to push like you need to push it down to activate the key? Sorry for my bad question and bad grammar:(
No, actually the opposite. Lubing the switches makes it easier to push down. Also, there's never a bad question 👍
woah... so good for first keeb! (but next time, try working more on the pcb, like putting foam and tape mod) :D
Yeah, for sure! It was certainly a learning experience 😂
@@nathantaylor6850 :D
how are the lavender switches do they have any ping sounds
If you lube the springs on any switch it should eliminate the pingy sound, but the lavender didn't have any that I noticed before I lubed them.
I like the sound 🥰 I'm afraid to make changes with my RK68. I might mess it up 🥺
It's super easy, and for the most part you can always fix it if you don't like it. I would just watch tutorials until you feel confident. 👍
Why does the blue keys sound thocky while the white keys sound clacky?
That's a good question! In general the blue keys are the bigger keys on this keyboard. In the video I only press the big blue keys and none of the little ones, but the small blue keys actually sound the same as the white ones. Also, the more centered the key is on the keyboard the more hollow they sound usually. The expanding foam helps tremendously with this, but the subtle hollowness could also be contributing to a more clacky sound. Basically though, the bigger the key the more thocky which is why the spacebar sounds so good. Thanks for the question!
The spacebar 😳
😏
Stock stabs?
Yep! The only problem with them is that on some of the keys they are a little gunky to push down on, but nothing that bothers me too much personally.
was following this guide as I opened my RK68 only to find I had the soldered version, for some bizarre reason. If you order this keyboard off amazon, even though it says hotswap, you might want to check right when you recieve it.
Dang that stinks man. Definitely return it and try again. Make sure the seller is Royal Kludge. The link I put in the description should bring you to the right one. Otherwise it might've just been a mess up on their part. Good luck!
How thick should the foam be, if you want to foam mod the rk68? Thanks in advance!
If you have the keyboard right now you can look at the stand-offs for the PCB and see these ridges that stick out to hold the PCB up. That's the max height the foam can be at each of the stand-offs. Near the top of the keyboard probably around 1.5 cm and it tapers down to a few millimeters near the bottom. If the foam you use can be compressed pretty easily then I would get 1 to 1.5 cm; however, if the foam cant be compressed without a bit of force then get 1 cm and shave off foam as you go down the keyboard. I got expanding foam so I wouldn't have to worry so much about the thickness except for the bottom where I had to tear some foam out. Good Luck!
@@nathantaylor6850 Thanks for the in-depth answer, now i’ll be able to mod it :)
@@andu5852 No problem! 😁
seeing you have found keycaps for the rk68, do you know where i can get some blue and pink ones for my rk68?
It's definitely really difficult to find keycaps that fit on a 65% keyboard. I spent days trying to find ones that I liked. In fact the first set I got didn't fit, so the keycaps in this video were the second set that I bought. I would just try to look everywhere for a set you like. Look up 68 key blue and pink keycap set on google and go to the shopping tab. Usually you can find a set you like, but from my experience the only good sets with the colors I wanted for a 68 key set were pretty expensive I just happened to get lucky. Don't just look on Amazon or anything, you really have to look around for them. I'll be on the lookout for some blue and pink keycaps for you. Hope this helps!
@@nathantaylor6850 ill try this man! thanks!
In my opinion you should bag lube your wires with about 10-15 drops of dyeletric grease it is a lot easier and does not hurt the sound and also I would use a different foam
Yeah that definitely would've been faster, but since it was my first time modding I didn't want to buy a ton of different things that I might've not used again so I just used the krytox. Also I agree with the different foam. The weather seal is definitely not a sound absorbing foam but I was just experimenting 😄
Just shows you can make anything sound good these days haha where did you buy those foam strips so I can buy me some? I'll tell you about a trick I know also with silicone bandaids lol well it's really like a silicone wrap for burns and you can use it like you did these strips haha
I got them from Lowes, the link is in the description. They're definitely not for this, but I like them since they add weight to the keyboard and a little sound dampening, plus they expand into the case so there are no gaps. There are probably some better and more cost effective options though. 😄
Personally I would use a lair of packaging foam sheets for the case sound dampening because it’s easy to cut and mess free
Yeah there are definitely better foam to use than what I used, but I just wanted to experiment. 😄
@@nathantaylor6850 experimentation is always good
@@Feesh6 Yep
why does my rk61 and some rk61 have pre lubed stabs already? not complaining tho just wondering
They all come with pre-lubed switches and stabs. It's definitely not the best lube job ever, but it's better than nothing. 😄
hi what's your mic brand?
Tascam DR-05X, I put it really close to the keyboard to get better sound quality.
@@nathantaylor6850 thank you!
@@mczstudio Of course!
Transition at 1:36 was clean af :00
Thanks! Took me a while to get all the transitions right. 😄
What is the mic that you’re using
I believe it is a Tascam DR-05X or some version of that. It's not a directional mic so I had it very close to the keyboard. A lot of the time you can make cheaper mics sound better by just moving them close and turning the volume down.
Is that white light version?
Yep!
Hi, did you get the rk68 browns or reds?
On Amazon or whatever website you buy it from you should be able to select the switch type you want.
good job!
Why thank you!
I have had my rk61 for a year now and no mods done to it
I'm glad you like it!
is it stocked stabilizer?
Yep 👍
great video
Thank you!
When I try to use a switch puller on my rk71, it feels really hard to take out, why?
It was pretty hard to take out for me too. At least you know when you put new switches in they will stay in. 🤷♂
@@nathantaylor6850 I didnt take out the switches yet because I was afraid it would break. If it can be pulled out without desoldering it, is it okay if I force it to even if it is really hard like its breaking?
@@kyleacosta7021 If your keyboard is hotswappable it should be ok. Also if it came with extra switches in the box I think it would be ok to try to pull one out even if you end up breaking it. Obviously if its a soldered board don't try to pull them off.
@@nathantaylor6850 yeah it says its hotswappable, guess ill give it a try even though it is really hard to pull out
@@kyleacosta7021 I would try to find a switch thats easier to pull out because on mine some were pretty easy.
I wonder how much is due to the internal mods and how much is due to the different keycaps. Could we get a video of the same kb after mods with the original keycaps?
It would be a while for me to make a video like that because I'm in college right now, but I think the internal mods really only changed the amount of hollowness and rattle and the keycaps really just made the sound deeper as well as the switches.
In my experience, the lubed switches always made the most difference in sound, followed by the tempest tape mod. For stabilizers, the holee mod plus a bit of plate band-aid is pretty effective for loose and rattly ones.
@@kuyt20 Yeah lubing everything makes such a difference, especially on cheaper switches.
Do you know if optical switches will work on this board? Also clean build
I am sure they would so long as they are the same kind of mount which they usually are. Also, thank you!
@@nathantaylor6850 thanks for answering y question because I’m trying to put some optical silvers for some reeeeeaaaaaalllllll speeeeeeeeeeedddd lol
@@randomness7933 We love that reeeeaaaal speeeeeeed!
I saw a review on the RK68 saying that the leds protrude which cause the switches to be a little loose relative to the stock kailh switches
Personally I didn't have any issues with this problem. I think as long as the switch you use is standard it should be fine.
@@nathantaylor6850 I ended up getting my own rk68 and my banana splits didn't fit in properly so I'm returning the board
@@arishuang Gotcha, so maybe I just got lucky with the switches I picked. 🤷♂️
I want to try this out but I’m also worried about possibly damaging my keyboard 😕
It's soooo much easier than one might think. It's just like doing crafts as a kid. And if you don't like how something is turning out then it's really easy to undo. If you have a different keyboard I would watch videos on moding it just so you understand what you're going in to, but I say just go for it and take your time. Good luck! 😊
Sad that you don't make videos more often, your channel could be a huge one like switch and click and others. If you consider making videos again once, remember me! Nice video, great mod ❤😅
Yeah, I wish I would have more time to make videos, but I'm in college right now and honestly the keyboard was a one off thing and it's not really something I'd want to make a whole channel over. I wasn't expecting to get any traffic on it 😄
@@nathantaylor6850 ooohhhh, thats why! But still a great video i subscribed anyways
@@BB_BricksYT Thank you! I appreciate it! 😊
Is there anyone selling an already fixed/modded keyboard like this one?
Probably not this exact version. You might be able to find something similar, but I am sure you can find someone to make a custom one for you online where you can tell them exactly what you want. Another option is to try to find someone that sells lubed switches and that would take a lot of the work out of building this particular keyboard since every other mod was fairly easy and didn't take much time. Good luck!
Thank you for your suggestions ☺️ Hope I can find one here in Ph. 🇵🇭
Update: I bought RK100. 😅 I also purchased Lubed+Filmed Gateron Milky Yellow w/ Black Bottom.
@@MsLM_16 Nice! I hope it suits you well and sounds great! 😁
I think that it would be nicer if you tape modded it. also, the enter key and left shift have just the slightest bit of ticking.
In my other video, I also tape moded it to see how it would affect it, although i still left the foam in. I think the keyboard actually sounds better now than when I made the video since it broke in a little. I believe the ticking is gone, but I could be wrong. You probably have a better ear than me 😂
do you have to take the stabilizers off to take off the plate?
No, the stabilizers are clipped into the plate, so they'll just come with it if you take it off. 👍
@@nathantaylor6850 thanks, also, what switches are compatible with the keyboard?
@shrimpster6897 Any switch should work fine. Definitely do some research on the switches you're looking at though.
@@nathantaylor6850 Ok
what!!?? i was saving up money for that same keyboard and those same keycaps, what a coincidence
Nice! 😄
Wow
I resisted typing on it until I was completely done and that was my reaction as well.
why no tape mod😞😞😞😞
this puts hippyos magic to shame
Thanks! To be fair I was partially inspired from him and other videos. 😄
Hows the connectivity using bluetooth? While using Bluetooth, any latetency for gaming?
Unless you are super hard-core gaming, you won't notice the latency. I've never noticed it unless I was testing it with spamming letters. You can always plug it in while gaming if the latency does happen to effect you. Also the battery lasts a long time if you don't use the full LEDs. Sometimes I just plug my phone charger into it after a few weeks of use.
@@nathantaylor6850 did your model comes with the 2.4ghz ? Or only the 5.0 Bluetooth?
@@gubpkt9016 I believe its 2.4ghz.
@@nathantaylor6850 so the keyboard comes with the 2.4 dongle?
@@gubpkt9016 Oh I'm sorry I looked at the wrong thing, I was tired. It's Bluetooth, but I'm not sure what version of Bluetooth it is although it seems fast enough to be 5.0.
I really wanna mod my keyboard but im scared I’ll ruin it and wont be able to use it anymore
It'd be pretty hard to ruin a keyboard like this. As long as you find videos of the mods you want to do you should be fine. Like I said in the video, this was my first time even touching a mechanical keyboard, so I'm sure you'll be fine. If you have any questions or anything you can comment here and I'll try my best to explain anything you need. Also, you don't have to spend as much money as I did. You can easily get away with cheaper parts and it would still sound great. I say just give it a shot, there's always a way to fix something if you do end up breaking it, but I don't think you will. 👍
how much did it cost in total? USD :)
In total it was around $170. You can definitely get away with some cheaper components though such as the switches and key caps. I only got these switches because their sound signature was deeper than the others I was considering, but the stock gateron reds or new gateron yellows would work just as well when lubed I'm sure. You could also use a cheaper foam since what I got was way more than I needed (and a bit excessive) and I've never seen used in a keyboard. All of the components I used are linked in the description if you are interested in the specifics. Thanks for the question!
Royal Kludge lets gooooo
It's a really great base for customization for pretty cheap. I couldn't pass it up. 😄
@@nathantaylor6850 agreed mate I have an RK84 myself, really happy with it as its my first mechanical keyboard :) so far ive done the foam mod and im looking to bandaid mod the stabs next because they are a bit rattle-y
Would you say it's fine before mods bc I'm not gonna mod anything?
Of course! It's a good keyboard whether your modding it or not as long as your ok with the sound. The sound in the video is a bit exaggerated because it's amplified, but it would sound like that with the gateron red switches.
@@nathantaylor6850 Okay. If I do buy it, I'll swap out the switches. Does that count as modding, lol?
@@nathantaylor6850 Thank you, btw
@@SweetMelaninn No problem! And yes, I would count swapping out the switches as modding 👍. Although, if I were to do one mod it would be to lube the stabs since that's where most of the clacky sound comes from, but swapping or lubing the switches would also be good if you don't like the sound obviously 😄
@@nathantaylor6850 Oh, stupid me, lol
What’s the band aids for?
They're to help stabilize the stabilizers... kinda ironic. Since the stabilizers are clip mounted instead of screw mounted they have a little bit of rattle that you can get rid of with something like a band aid or tape.
will be modding my rkg68 this month. i'm scared
I'll be modding another rk68, but I think the process for modding the rkg68 would basically be the same minus maybe a few internal components. I think you'd be ok following this video to mod one if you were planning on doing that. Good luck!
Try doing gummy o-ring mount on this board
I might end up doing dome more mods down the road, so I'll keep this one in mind. Thanks!
Nice build but you had to have taken breaks in those 11 hours of lubing , it took me 3 and I still needed breaks lol
Oh yeah for sure, I got some tools for my other video so it took way less time. Plus I had the experience. Music also helps 😄
my RK68 didnt come with a battery or wire. i tink i dont have wireless tho so i think thats why.
Yeah, that might be why. I would check your order history to see if you ordered the right one, and if it's different you should see if you can return it. It is odd that it didn't even come with a wire since even the wireless one does.
@@nathantaylor6850 what i meant by it didnt come with a wire is that there was no wire connected to the pcb cause there was no battery. still got the USB-C to USB-A wire tho.
@@Kenzie1051 Ok I gotcha, that's good. At least you can still do mods to it 😉
@@nathantaylor6850 yeah in fact its easier than normal cause i put foam and it and no connecting wire because no battery so yeah.
@@Kenzie1051 That's true, maybe a nicer sound even.
keyboard modding be like:
Before mod: spacebar most loudest frustrating key.
After mod: spacebar most silent relaxing key.
It's definitely the most rewarding part 😂. In fact, I waited to even press the spacebar until I was completely done.
is there any difference between rk68 vs rkg68?
The rkg68 is the gaming version, so it has a wireless 2.4GHz dongle and Bluetooth. The wireless dongle allows for faster reaction times than Bluetooth. If you are just using it for casual gaming I would just get the rk68 version since I don't notice much of a lag when I'm gaming on it. Also, the rkg68 is about $20 more, comes with grey and red keys, and has rgb from what I've seen. I would look on Amazon to see which one you like, but I think you'd be happy with either unless you are super competitive at gaming. Hope this helps!
@@nathantaylor6850 thanks for your reply man.. i want this for valorant and it will be my first mechanical keyboard.. the price is almost same in our country for both rkg68 and rk68.. 5k bdt.. anyways i wanted to know which switch should i get between gateron reds vs huano red(rk branded)?
@@safayatz That would have to be up to you based on what you think you'd like. I also only have experience with the gateron reds, but I can say that they are pretty decent switches out if the box and I think they'd be pretty good for your first keyboard. Also, there's no harm in trying out the gateron switches since they come in the box with the keyboard, so I would just buy the keyboard and see how you like the gaterons and if you don't you can just buy the other ones. Good luck!