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Keychron V1 75% Wired Mechanical Keyboard, QMK/VIA Programmable, Hot-swappable K Pro Brown Switches, Compatible with Mac Windows Linux - Carbon Black
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Brand | Keychron |
Compatible Devices | Laptop, PC, Mac |
Connectivity Technology | USB-C |
Keyboard Description | Gaming |
Special Feature | QMK/VIA, Fully Customizable, Hot-swappable, RGB, Wired |
Color | Hot-swap Keychron K Pro Brown Switch |
Number of Keys | 81 |
Keyboard backlighting color support | RGB |
Style | Modern |
Product Dimensions | 12.93"L x 5.85"W x 1.02"H |
About this item
- 81 Keys Mechanical Keyboard: The V1 is a fully customizable mechanical keyboard ready for any situation. It’s a great option to introduce you to the custom keyboard world while every component can be easily assembled. With its compact 75% layout, acoustic silicone pad, the V1 is designed for ultra typing comfort and boost productivity.
- Fully Customizable From the Inside Out: To build a fully customizable keyboard, we designed every component easily assembled, including keycaps, switches, gasket, plate, and case foam if you want. With QMK and VIA support, you can easily program and remap each key on the keyboard. The open-source firmware means endless possibilities for keyboard layouts, shortcuts, backlight effects, and more.
- Hot-swappable Support: With the mechanical tactile brown switch provides unrivaled tactile responsiveness with up to 50 million keystroke lifespan. You can also hot-swap the V1 with almost all of the 3pin and 5pin MX mechanical switches on the market (including Cherry, Gateron, Kailh, Panda, etc.) without soldering required. The PCB-mounted screw-in stabilizer for “big keys” such as space bar, shift, enter, and delete are designed for less wobbliness and smooth performance.
- Compatible with both macOS & Windows Systems: Built with the Mac users’ experience in mind while still retaining compatibility for Windows devices, the Keychron V1 comes with a system toggle and an additional set of customized keycaps for both Windows and macOS systems. You can now save two different layouts on the keyboard.
- Double-shot PBT Keycaps & South-facing Backlight: The V1 comes with our unique OSA profile and double-shot PBT keycaps that aim to provide a more comfortable and subtle fingertip feel with excellent oil resistance for long-term use. The south-facing RGB is designed to better illuminate the keyboard backlight from the typist’s angle and free from interference when the user installs Cherry- profile alternative keycaps on the V1.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 12.93 x 5.85 x 1.02 inches |
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Item Weight | 3.14 pounds |
Manufacturer | Keychron |
ASIN | B09NLWG6X1 |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | V1-D3 |
Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #4,088 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #40 in Mac Gaming Keyboards #303 in PC Gaming Keyboards |
Date First Available | December 14, 2021 |
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Keychron V1 QMK/VIA Custom Mechanical Keyboard - Knob Version
The Keychron V1 is a fully customizable mechanical keyboard with QMK/VIA support. Anyone can intuitively master any keyboard keys or macro commands (incl. the knob) through the VIA software. The V1 is designed to be able to assemble easily, so you can customize the hardware and software with endless possibilities.
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Hot-swappable
The Keychron K Pro mechanical switches come with an optimized mold with more precise positioning, and less wobbliness will certainly improve your fingertip feel. The Keychron switch is durable enough with unrivaled tactile responsiveness on the tactile brown switch and up to 50 million keystroke lifespan.
The hot-swappable sockets supports both 3 pin and 5 pin MX mechanical switches (including Cherry, Gateron, Kailh, Panda, etc.), so you can customize your favorite switches without soldering.
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Program Each Key and Macro with QMK/VIA
Simply connect the V1 to your device with a cable, import the V1 keymap JSON file into the VIA software, drag and drop your favorite keys or macro commands to remap any key you want on macOS, Windows, or Linux operating systems, e.g.: create a macro command of a screenshot on macOS. Check our user guide or user manual for more instructions.
A brand new ultra-low-power Arm Cortex-M4 32-bit STM32L432 MCU which is powerful, and armed with 128K Flash will provide more flexibility for developers.
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All New Screw-In PCB StabilizersThe screw-in design increases stability and makes it easier for changes and upgrades. Precise craftsmanship makes the stabilizers more stable and less wobbly. The big keys’ typing experience is now more stable and smooth. The Keychron V1 also supports third-party stabilizers including Cherry or Durock. |
Wired ConnectivityA reliable USB Type-C wired connection with 1000 Hz polling rate and NKRO make sure you won't miss a beat no matter cranking out emails or code. Note: Please avoid connecting the V1 with a laptop through a hub to ensure enough power supply. For the same reason, please turn off the keyboard backlight if the V1 is connecting with a tablet. |
Double-shot PBT Keycaps & South-facing RGBThe V1 comes with our unique OSA profile (OEM profile with spherical-angle) and double-shot PBT keycaps that aim to provide a more comfortable and subtle fingertip feel with excellent oil resistance for long-term use. The south-facing RGB is designed to better illuminate the keyboard backlight from the typist’s angle and free from interference when the user installs Cherry-profile alternative keycaps on the V1. |
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All-Around Customizable Keyboard
We designed every component to be easily assembled, including keycaps, switches, gasket, plate, knob and case foam if you want.
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimension | 12.93 x 5.85 in (328.5 mm x 148.7 mm) |
Weight | 970 g ± 10 g (2.14 lb ± 0.02 lb) |
Angle | 3.5° / 7.08° / 9.52° |
Body Material | Solid ABS Plastic |
Plate Material | Steel |
Polling Rate | 1000 Hz |
MCU | Ultra-low-Power Arm Cortex-M4 32-bit STM32L432 (128KB Flash) |
Keycaps | Double-shot PBT Keycaps, OSA Profile (OEM Height, SA Shape) |
Switches | Keychron K Pro Mechanical Brown |
Hot-Swappable | Yes, compatible with most of the 3pin and 5pin MX switches such as Cherry, Kailh, Panda, Gateron, etc. |
Backlight | South-facing RGB LED |
Stabilizers | Screw-in PCB Stabs |
Mount Style | Tray Mount Design |
Connectivity | Type-C Wired |
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
For gaming | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.7 | — | 4.7 |
Ergonomic | 4.5 | 5.0 | 4.0 | 5.0 | — | — |
Quality of material | 5.0 | — | 4.7 | — | — | 4.8 |
Brightness | 4.1 | — | 4.8 | — | — | 5.0 |
Sold By | Keychron Direct | Keychron 2020 | Keychron Direct | Keychron 2020 | Keychron Direct | Keychron 2020 |
connectivity tech | USB-C | — | Bluetooth | — | USB-C | wired |
number of keys | 81 | 81 | 82 | 81 | 87 | 87 |
compatible devices | Laptop, Mac, PC | Computers or devices with a USB port and Mac or Windows operating system | Laptop, Tablet, PC, Smartphone | — | Laptop, Mac, PC | Mac, Windows |
keyboard description | Gaming | Mechanical, Programmable, Customizable, Backlit | Office, Home | 75% Layout Custom Mechanical Keyboard (QMK/VIA, Wired) | Gaming | Mechanical |
operating system | Linux,Mac,Windows | Windows, Linux, Mac OS | Linux | Windows, Linux, Mac OS | Linux,Mac,Windows | Mac,Windows |
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Customers like the ease of modification and sound quality of the keyboard. They say it's easy to make custom modifications and the sound quality is amazing. They appreciate the smooth, great switches and the build quality of this well made keyboard. Customers also appreciate the quality and value of the product.
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Customers like the quality of the keyboard. They mention it's a great keyboard for typing, with a good layout. Some say the build process is annoying and the sound is lacking. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and value of the product.
"...: the packaging, the palpable quality, and most of all by the smooth, crisp, quiet and effortless typing experience...." Read more
"Very nice keyboard, good value for money, I bought the Q1 v2 a while ago, and this basically looks and feels the same except for the aluminum vs..." Read more
"...Even the shape of the keys is great and I love how my fingers feel on them. The sound of the keys other than the space bar is also top notch...." Read more
"...It’s my perfect idea of a starter pc. Good stuff and upgradable. If I had tweak one thing I wish there was more options to keycaps of the start!" Read more
Customers like the sound quality of the keyboard. They say the keys come pre-lubed, and they sound amazing. They also say the feel and sound is just perfect, and it's not too noisy.
"...packaging, the palpable quality, and most of all by the smooth, crisp, quiet and effortless typing experience...." Read more
"...little bit of tactile feedback, but the switches are smooth, the board sounds good and very pleased with this purchase...." Read more
"This keyboard is super sturdy, sounds incredible (aside from a bit of a loud space bar, but is fixed with some lube)...." Read more
"...The overall feel is fantastic and the sound of the other keys is great, but the issues below are still a bit disappointing...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the build quality of the keyboard. They mention that it is well made, solid, and dependable. Some appreciate the dependable keys, lights, cable, and switches. Overall, most describe it as a very premium keyboard at a budget price.
"...and was BLOWN AWAY--by everything: the packaging, the palpable quality, and most of all by the smooth, crisp, quiet and effortless typing..." Read more
"...It is a very premium keyboard at a budget price...." Read more
"This keyboard is super sturdy, sounds incredible (aside from a bit of a loud space bar, but is fixed with some lube)...." Read more
"...The volume/mute knob is another nice touch that feels very solid/well made and gives the keyboard a little old-fashioned analog flair...." Read more
Customers find the keyboard well worth the price, and mention it's amazing out of the box. They also say the brown switches are the best investment.
"...It is a very premium keyboard at a budget price...." Read more
"Very nice keyboard, good value for money, I bought the Q1 v2 a while ago, and this basically looks and feels the same except for the aluminum vs..." Read more
"The price was unbelievable good. It’s my perfect idea of a starter pc. Good stuff and upgradable...." Read more
"...worth the money :)" Read more
Customers like the comfort of the keyboard. They say the keys on the v1 feel great, silky smooth, and solid. Some love the weight and the feel of the product.
"...: the packaging, the palpable quality, and most of all by the smooth, crisp, quiet and effortless typing experience...." Read more
"...The keyboard seems very solidly built and I absolutely love the feeling of the keys and the key presses...." Read more
"...I like how the V-series has no bezel. They're very comfortable. As mentioned, I also ended up buying a V5 for work...." Read more
"...The keys on the v1 feel great. There are many mods and features that people talk about like gasket mounting...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the switches of the keyboard. They mention that the switches are great, smooth, and immaculate.
"...switches since I like a little bit of tactile feedback, but the switches are smooth, the board sounds good and very pleased with this purchase...." Read more
"...The quality of the keycaps, lights, cable, and switches is immaculate...." Read more
"I like the size. Switches are smooth. Quick Response when Pressed...." Read more
"The keyboard is really good, the switches are great, haven't had any issues. This is the GMMK pro for 5x cheaper...." Read more
Customers find the keyboard easy to customize and modify. They appreciate the options for customizing and mods and say there's little to no setup required.
"My favorite keyboard in my collection, it works well and easy to make custom modifications to." Read more
"...Sure enough they are awesome. Super smooth. Love the options for customizing and mods I can do to this board. Everything stock on it is nice!..." Read more
"...Little to no set up required - I did change the RGB settings right away...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the keyboard. They mention that it works well, has a solid build, and has no issues. The keys type well and the knob works great. Overall, customers say it's a great product and one of the best budget mechanical keyboards.
"My favorite keyboard in my collection, it works well and easy to make custom modifications to." Read more
"My kids love these keyboards for gaming. Feels like a solid build. No issues." Read more
"The keys type well and knob works great. It's a fantastic entry into the customizable mechanical keyboard world. Well worth the price!" Read more
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Recently I found myself getting bored with typing on the keyboard I was using (a Qwerkywriter typewriter-style keyboard), so I started shopping around for a different one. Over the course of a month, I bought a dozen keyboards and ended up returning eight of them. Of the ones I kept (a Durgod Taurus 320 TKL with blue switches, a Royal Kludge limited edition with yellow switches, and a Steelseries membrane style keyboard), they were all terrific, but each had a tiny problem. Like "Goldilocks and the Three Bears," one keyboard was too hard, another too soft, etc. But then I got the Keychron V1 (with red switches) and was BLOWN AWAY--by everything: the packaging, the palpable quality, and most of all by the smooth, crisp, quiet and effortless typing experience. The Keychron V1 is just right, or GOLDILOCKS as I put it.
Every day, I write for 8 to 12 hours, producing between 2,000 and 5,000 words a day (the equivalent of 8 and 20 typed pages), which translates to a LOT of typing, so I need a keyboard that is going to be a joy to type on (and won't tire out my fingers). The Keychron V1 is that keyboard. I'll definitely keep and use (from time to time) the other keyboards I mentioned--we all need some variety--but in the V1 I see a true workhorse. From the moment I pulled it out of the packaging and experienced its heft, its gravitas, I knew it was going to be my go-to keyboard, and the one that will carry me through to the finish line on my epic novel.
The keyboard has a couple features that I won't have any use for (e.g., the RGB backlighting), so I won't speak to those. I have no idea how this will perform for gaming, but I CAN attest to its perfection as a typing keyboard. If you are someone who does a lot of TYPING (a writer or a coder), do yourself a favor and GET THIS KEYBOARD. At about $100 it's a bargain.
Recently I found myself getting bored with typing on the keyboard I was using (a Qwerkywriter typewriter-style keyboard), so I started shopping around for a different one. Over the course of a month, I bought a dozen keyboards and ended up returning eight of them. Of the ones I kept (a Durgod Taurus 320 TKL with blue switches, a Royal Kludge limited edition with yellow switches, and a Steelseries membrane style keyboard), they were all terrific, but each had a tiny problem. Like "Goldilocks and the Three Bears," one keyboard was too hard, another too soft, etc. But then I got the Keychron V1 (with red switches) and was BLOWN AWAY--by everything: the packaging, the palpable quality, and most of all by the smooth, crisp, quiet and effortless typing experience. The Keychron V1 is just right, or GOLDILOCKS as I put it.
Every day, I write for 8 to 12 hours, producing between 2,000 and 5,000 words a day (the equivalent of 8 and 20 typed pages), which translates to a LOT of typing, so I need a keyboard that is going to be a joy to type on (and won't tire out my fingers). The Keychron V1 is that keyboard. I'll definitely keep and use (from time to time) the other keyboards I mentioned--we all need some variety--but in the V1 I see a true workhorse. From the moment I pulled it out of the packaging and experienced its heft, its gravitas, I knew it was going to be my go-to keyboard, and the one that will carry me through to the finish line on my epic novel.
The keyboard has a couple features that I won't have any use for (e.g., the RGB backlighting), so I won't speak to those. I have no idea how this will perform for gaming, but I CAN attest to its perfection as a typing keyboard. If you are someone who does a lot of TYPING (a writer or a coder), do yourself a favor and GET THIS KEYBOARD. At about $100 it's a bargain.
Overall very satisfying experience.
I wanted very badly to like this keyboard. I'm, even typing up my review on it right now just to give it one last chance to impress me. But sadly, I think how the space bar sounds is going to be the deal-breaker.
For some reason, the space bar is considerably louder/"sharper" sounding than all the other keys. So every time I finish a word, it is loudly punctuated by the space bar. While I appreciate the space bar's enthusiasm in announcing to all present that I've finished typing a word, this is not something I want or need.
I've seen some people saying elsewhere online that this is normal or that you need to fill the space bar with foam or something, but the other keyboard I've been trying out does not suffer from this issue, with the space bar sounding more or less like all the other keys. I don't think the new keyboard I was prepared to spend $100 on should need a piece of foam, but maybe some people regard this as a feature rather than a bug. I've now switched over to the other keyboard I recently ordered and I'm back to having a normal sound when I use the space bar.
I was also surprised by and did not like was the fact that the characters on the stock key caps are not translucent to the RGB lighting underneath. Now, I'm not someone who usually wants the letters on my keyboard going crazy with a bunch of colors, but having characters illuminated for when I need visibility is a major selling point for me. Without character translucence the RGB actually makes everything harder to see. And I'm saying this as a touch typist who only occasionally looks at the actual keys.
Now for the positive. The keyboard seems very solidly built and I absolutely love the feeling of the keys and the key presses. Even the shape of the keys is great and I love how my fingers feel on them. The sound of the keys other than the space bar is also top notch. The volume/mute knob is another nice touch that feels very solid/well made and gives the keyboard a little old-fashioned analog flair.
I also like the coloring of the keyboard keys, since it provides some visual cues without being completely over the top; though honestly this isn't a huge plus for me.
If it weren't for the issues listed above, I would definitely keep and use this keyboard whenever I didn't need a number pad. But as it stands, it's sadly going to go back to Amazon.
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El knob es muy bueno, lo uso para volumen principalmente pero siendo alguien que hace muchas actividades con audio, es hermoso
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Honestamente, tenía expectativas más bajas, creo que la relación calidad-precio del producto es maravillosa. No puedo esperar a que llegue todo lo demás que pedí para empezar a "meterle mano".
Muy satisfecho con la compra, lo recomiendo ampliamente.
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Reviewed in Mexico on June 26, 2023
Honestamente, tenía expectativas más bajas, creo que la relación calidad-precio del producto es maravillosa. No puedo esperar a que llegue todo lo demás que pedí para empezar a "meterle mano".
Muy satisfecho con la compra, lo recomiendo ampliamente.
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amazing
sounds good
works good
good
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