Hey guys! Just wanted to tell you guys that I'm currently doing a Giveaway of the Gamakay LK67 on my Instagram @itssamueltan go join it now! instagram.com/p/CX0liRdPa3m/
What a time for keyboards, $16 for a whole keyboard kit with hot swap pcb, bluetooth and 2.4ghz wireless. And there's finally more budget tactile switch options.
I took a bit of shortcut by buying used items from the local market ( keycaps) and was able to make a full on custom build for Total 40 dollars with this kit. For me , it was a super duper fun project as well. To me , I think it's more of a test bench kind of thingy rather than a board for daily driving ( that doesn't mean you can't daily drive the board If you want to). Ideal for starters IMO.
I am saving money and not sure if i will buy this one or the gmk67 which is more expensive. May I ask what is more durable for long term use Bluetooth or wired? I am a little worried if tester68 will last me a long time.
Man im planning to buy this but idk if the bluetooth is worth it cz how fast does the battery drain ? will it last ? there are more expensive kits with c type ports but they cost wayy more and idk which one to pick cz i don’t wanna keep using up batteries
Hey, the battery will last around 2-3 weeks with the RGB on. If you want to use the wireless functionality alot I suggest getting one that charges, it will save you more in the long run. Or if you don't mind just using with cable.
My mother's student made me a customizable keyboard with the tester 68. If I am not wrong, I think he used your tutorial ( just assuming ). I ordered keycaps and they are about to arrive anytime soon. I would need this for the key arrangement!
@@itssamueltan :) Thanks! I like watching keyboard modding videos because I just love the clicking noises and how they mod the keyboard in order to make it sound like that. By the way, by any chance, are you SIngaporean?
thanks for mentioning (although only briefly @ 8:27) the latency situation. as this is a wireless only board, the delay might be a concern for someone looking into buying this.
This keyboard is perfect for custom keyboard because xda profile keys doesn't have a large backlit market yet, having rgb is a total waste of battery and money. You could go for OEM/Cherry profiles that has backlit like when I started but they're fugly on custom keyboards but eventually you'll arrive at xda profiles one way or another for the thock, which is the main appeal of a custom keyboard. Sure, you have rgb leaking through the sides however it only steals attention from the second appeal of custom keyboard; the custom keycaps. You wouldn't want backlit if you're going custom, because those custom image printed keycaps like genshin ones are all opaque, you can even print your selfie if you're into that. However, there are custom backlit key caps that are avail right now only in OEM profiles, where they coat the transparent keycap with a base color of your choice; black for example. An they burn off the black coating according to your image revealing the transparent texture underneath, hence your image is not colored by paint, but lit by the color of your led underneath the keycap. If you're into this for your custom keyboard, then rgb is a must.
Should I buy aftermarket stabs for this kb? I am starting a small project of my own with a low budget in hand. I already received the kit but I'm a bit curious about the rattling stock stabs.
Hello, i have bought the tester 68 as well and i am having troubles with it. When i turn it on the light just flashes blue and doesnt want to connect what can i do?
I’m also planning for a cheap budget keyboard like this but I am still wondering if this keyboard is compatible with gaterons or akko or any other switches since I am unable to find any source which says the specific type of switches this thing uses. Hope you’ll let me know!
Hey still a bit confused about this, i heard the tape mod can be dangerous with battery operated keyboard. Is it like a certain type of tape or i need to avoid taping near the battery?
@@AUFartool mostly to avoid interference with cherry profile keycaps. Those keycaps were made to fit south facing but RGB exist and they flip the switch it makes the fit wrong and causes scratching (or in some case, stuck keys)
hii , i have a question if you dont mind , so ive bought the ciy tester 68 and i got everything in it but when i press the letter F it clicks on 6 or more key combination and its missing everything up for me , for example when I game and try to chat and clicks the letter f it types this and goes into small screen mode from the game itself ( zcv) and when i click 1 it gives this (13564`-=l;k) ive looked online to see if its a issues in the keyboard itself but it dosnt seem like it and its only my own one , ive had the keyboard zcv fully apart and no wires or other stuff is missed in it .
Hi, it can be a loose hotswap socket or the PCB is touching something conductive like a piece of foam or anything under it. If you have checked everything and it's still broken, you can try finding someone who fixed Keyboards or just claim the warranty from the seller
Nice review! I really love the key caps! How sharp are the legends on it? I know it’s a gmk knockoff but gmks are abs, that’s why I want to get this since it’s pbt.
A very informative review here. I am going to get this as my tester board (it lives up to its name!haha) soon. Keep it up brother! Can't wait to watch more of your keyboard contents. :)
Hello. Thanks for the guide. I want to ask, what type of switch are compatible with this keyboard? I want something like brown or blue switch or anything similar (don't want linear like red/black) And what kind of keycap too as the alternative to the one you're using in this video Thanks in advance
Thanks for this video it’s really helpful!! i was able to find all the parts i wanted for 61usd with milky gateron yellows and using rechargable batteries it’s going to be my first diy keyboard!!
@@itssamueltan thanks!! honestly it is surprisingly cheap compared to the only other gateron yellow 60% keyboard i could find in my area, so i don’t mind the fact it has batteries + wireless
@@itssamueltan Also, do you know if I will have to clip/lube the stabilizers like you did in the video? I don't really want to mess up anything or have to buy lube tbh ahaha ;-; i am buying prelubed milky yellow pros but im not sure if it will be good enough?
Hey guys! Just wanted to tell you guys that I'm currently doing a Giveaway of the Gamakay LK67 on my Instagram @itssamueltan go join it now! instagram.com/p/CX0liRdPa3m/
is there a software to customize the keys? or change fuction?
What a time for keyboards, $16 for a whole keyboard kit with hot swap pcb, bluetooth and 2.4ghz wireless. And there's finally more budget tactile switch options.
Yeaa even more budget keyboards coming too
Dépend on Wich part of the world you are😭😭 I can't find this kit barebone under 50$
@@abadman972AliExpress
Does this keyboard go well with gaming? Im very weary that its only wireless
With the 2.4 GHz so for there no noticeable latency 🤣
Never owned a 68 key keyboard before-how do you do type the ~ and ` on this? Didn’t see it in the manual.
Often FN+ESC
@@itssamueltan My ~ and ` is not working. How to fix it?
shift esc
hey what is your numpad?
Atlantis PS17, it's on my channel too
Underated TH-camr , no one will change my mind . Great Video and Informative!
Thanks bruh! 🤣
thx for suggesting this barebone. now i can save bit for the barebone kit
Good luck!
I took a bit of shortcut by buying used items from the local market ( keycaps) and was able to make a full on custom build for Total 40 dollars with this kit. For me , it was a super duper fun project as well.
To me , I think it's more of a test bench kind of thingy rather than a board for daily driving ( that doesn't mean you can't daily drive the board If you want to). Ideal for starters IMO.
Yes I totally agree! But if people just wanna use it daily it will perform just as good
I am saving money and not sure if i will buy this one or the gmk67 which is more expensive. May I ask what is more durable for long term use Bluetooth or wired? I am a little worried if tester68 will last me a long time.
I would recommend the GMK67 tbh. The tester is now very outdated and not really meant for long term use.
SUB AND LIKE I just got this desk pad few days go lol love it.
Thanks!
Man im planning to buy this but idk if the bluetooth is worth it cz how fast does the battery drain ? will it last ? there are more expensive kits with c type ports but they cost wayy more and idk which one to pick cz i don’t wanna keep using up batteries
Hey, the battery will last around 2-3 weeks with the RGB on. If you want to use the wireless functionality alot I suggest getting one that charges, it will save you more in the long run. Or if you don't mind just using with cable.
Hey i bought at mecha it came with foam and prelubed stabs but cost 179 ringgit
Well that's kinda expensive tbh
My mother's student made me a customizable keyboard with the tester 68. If I am not wrong, I think he used your tutorial ( just assuming ). I ordered keycaps and they are about to arrive anytime soon. I would need this for the key arrangement!
Oh nice! Goodluckk and have fun
@@itssamueltan :) Thanks! I like watching keyboard modding videos because I just love the clicking noises and how they mod the keyboard in order to make it sound like that. By the way, by any chance, are you SIngaporean?
@@Masteroogzawski hey I'm actually Malaysian hahah close enough
@@itssamueltan lol!
@@itssamueltan MY keycaps dont fit for the right alt, fn, ctrl and shift :(
is there any barebone kit the same price as this? i feel like its outdated
Well so far I think there's a few, like the GMK67
Just like its name, I think the board is best to test new switches out. Its cheap, 5 pin hotswap, and really easy to build on
Yes definitely a cheap way to test stuff
question what size keycaps can be used maybe a amazing link perhaps? (Im going for budget)
I think Amazon doesn't have much, but u can try AliExpress for 65%
Is there a 104 keys version of this with AA/AAA batteries?
Don't think so
Thanks.
thanks for mentioning (although only briefly @ 8:27) the latency situation.
as this is a wireless only board, the delay might be a concern for someone looking into buying this.
That's why 2.4ghz is the way to go, much better than Bluetooth
got this kit for around RM100.... didsnt realise theres no usb connection! lol... nice kit still....
Oh hahaha yeah it's only fully wireless! Goodluckk
This keyboard is perfect for custom keyboard because xda profile keys doesn't have a large backlit market yet, having rgb is a total waste of battery and money. You could go for OEM/Cherry profiles that has backlit like when I started but they're fugly on custom keyboards but eventually you'll arrive at xda profiles one way or another for the thock, which is the main appeal of a custom keyboard. Sure, you have rgb leaking through the sides however it only steals attention from the second appeal of custom keyboard; the custom keycaps. You wouldn't want backlit if you're going custom, because those custom image printed keycaps like genshin ones are all opaque, you can even print your selfie if you're into that.
However, there are custom backlit key caps that are avail right now only in OEM profiles, where they coat the transparent keycap with a base color of your choice; black for example. An they burn off the black coating according to your image revealing the transparent texture underneath, hence your image is not colored by paint, but lit by the color of your led underneath the keycap. If you're into this for your custom keyboard, then rgb is a must.
Nice observations
Is it possible to replace the standard stabilizers with Durock (V2) ?
Yea just make sure they're plate mounted
Battery lifetime please help.
Hello, I used rechargable ones and it took 1-2 months for it to die out. I recommend getting rechargable ones so u basically never run out
Issit okay for gaming?
Yeap
Are those kaiju caps
Ye clones, custom printed too
battery life pls?
Last me around 2 months of use
@@itssamueltan subscribed! may i know what kind of battery did u use?
@@Tamburokoy I used rechargable batteries so if they run out, I just recharge them, I used Energiser ones
Hey! Did you have interference with you cherry keycaps? Since this board has a north facing led
Yes but not that noticeable tbh
hi i have a choice between which jwk black v2 and JWK Ultimate is better to take?
Hmm if you're gonna lube them get the V2, JWK ultimate is nice if u don't plan on lubing
@@itssamueltan thanks for the answer, I'm going to grease
Hey do you have to install the keyboard drivers for it to work? If not what do you do if the light doesn't flash?
Hey, no drivers needed and you need to go into pairing mode for it to be blinking
Should I buy aftermarket stabs for this kb? I am starting a small project of my own with a low budget in hand. I already received the kit but I'm a bit curious about the rattling stock stabs.
Hmm I would say if you have some lube and materials you can try the Holee Mod
Hello, i have bought the tester 68 as well and i am having troubles with it. When i turn it on the light just flashes blue and doesnt want to connect what can i do?
You can try changing the connection modes and try using the 2.4ghz or Bluetooth first
You mod that look so easy, i love it
From Vietnam
Thanks!!
Does this keyboard has low battery notification? I mean, like red led blink or something.
Yes it does behind the ASD keys
The tape is a special one or just a normal tape used when u paint your own inside house?
Yea it's just masking tape or painters tape
I’m also planning for a cheap budget keyboard like this but I am still wondering if this keyboard is compatible with gaterons or akko or any other switches since I am unable to find any source which says the specific type of switches this thing uses. Hope you’ll let me know!
the pcb supports 3 and 5 pin switches so yes both gateron and or akko switches would work and any other switch that is mechanical
Hey, it's 5pib hotswap so it will fit almost all switches with no worries
@@itssamueltan
Alright then thanks for letting me know!
Yo can u see if this is compatible with KBD67 REV2 65% SOLDERABLE CUSTOM MECHANICAL KEYBOARD PCB
Don't think so 🥲
@@itssamueltan ok ty u for replying
Hey still a bit confused about this, i heard the tape mod can be dangerous with battery operated keyboard. Is it like a certain type of tape or i need to avoid taping near the battery?
You have to use no static tape but most masking tape and painters tape won't sort the PCB
Sounds too hollow for me. I have this unbuilt. Will try making a silicone case dampener, see if it help the hollowness.
That will definitely help, I didn't add anything because I wanted to hear how it sounds like stock
may i know, how much the diykeycap shipping cost?
I'll check 👌🏻
Hey I just asked them and it's free shipping for the customized keycaps kit
kinda weird that this comes north-facing knowing that there's no RGB when it could be south and amazing
Honestly I was thinking about this very weird why didn't they go with South
whats the difference between south and north facing sockets if there no rgb?
@@AUFartool mostly to avoid interference with cherry profile keycaps. Those keycaps were made to fit south facing but RGB exist and they flip the switch it makes the fit wrong and causes scratching (or in some case, stuck keys)
Do you have any experience with the software for this keyboard? If so, how easy/hard is it change things?
Not so sure about it tbh, haven't heard about it too
currently using this keyboard! combined with sony AAA 4300mah rechargeable batteries. Been 2 weeks and still going strong XD
Wooh nice, I think Im gonna try that battery
@@itssamueltan tested, last for 1 month! haha
Hey, do it has any delay while gaming ?
@@aizielarif9354 so far no
@@itssamueltan so it is possible to do competitive gaming such as fps with this ?
Are the keycaps cherry profile? I want to know if I can use cherry keycaps with jwk Blacks on this board
Yea no problems from me
Do you think I can use this keyboard for gaming(valorant, genshin,osu)? Great video btw!
Yes definitely! And thanks!
you have a high frequency noise in your mic maybe you wanna check that...
Is it during the typing sound test? I think I heard it too
hii , i have a question if you dont mind , so ive bought the ciy tester 68 and i got everything in it but when i press the letter F it clicks on 6 or more key combination and its missing everything up for me , for example when I game and try to chat and clicks the letter f it types this and goes into small screen mode from the game itself ( zcv) and when i click 1 it gives this (13564`-=l;k) ive looked online to see if its a issues in the keyboard itself but it dosnt seem like it and its only my own one , ive had the keyboard zcv
fully apart and no wires or other stuff is missed in it .
Hi, it can be a loose hotswap socket or the PCB is touching something conductive like a piece of foam or anything under it. If you have checked everything and it's still broken, you can try finding someone who fixed Keyboards or just claim the warranty from the seller
Could be the type of tape you use too
Nice review! I really love the key caps! How sharp are the legends on it? I know it’s a gmk knockoff but gmks are abs, that’s why I want to get this since it’s pbt.
Honestly the print is quite sharp, for normal everyday use it's perfectly fine
@@itssamueltan thank you so much!
These are pbt kaiju
Hey do you like jwk black switches more compared to akko switches? Are they smoother than akko switches?
Hmm I would say they're almost the same, but I do like how the JWK Ultimate Black sound
wait so it doesnt have usb connection? it only works on bluetooth?
Only has 2.4g
On Amazon it's like $40 free shipping
Dang that's alot
A very informative review here. I am going to get this as my tester board (it lives up to its name!haha) soon. Keep it up brother! Can't wait to watch more of your keyboard contents. :)
Thanks and have fun with your build
will cherry profile keycaps work on it?
Yes but might have a lil interference depending on what switches you choose
Can I convert this keyboard to being wired?
Possible but very hard
Can i learn hz? Aliexpress wrote 125 hz, but i am not believe. Can you try it?
What do u mean by Hz?
@@itssamueltan like ms. İs it 1000 hz or 125hz?
can this keyboard be used to play competitive games like osu? What about the latency? And thanks for the information...
Hey, yea it can be used for that, latency is very low from my experience no problems from me, used a few months
@@itssamueltan ohh,, i see... Thank youu....
Hi, may I know what tape are you using for tape mod?
Just some masking tape, I also recommend painters tape the blue type
what does it mean when blue light flashes?
Pairing mode
Do you experience any interference with the switches and keycaps?
The keycaps in this case were quite normal thickness so no
I can use cherry profile keycaps in this keyboard?
Yeap just it may have a little bit of interference
@@itssamueltan thank you! It is too relevant the interference?
Hello. Thanks for the guide. I want to ask, what type of switch are compatible with this keyboard? I want something like brown or blue switch or anything similar (don't want linear like red/black)
And what kind of keycap too as the alternative to the one you're using in this video
Thanks in advance
Hello, I would recommend the MMD Cream or Akko Tactile switches
@@itssamueltan how about cheaper alternative like Outemu?
@@itssamueltan and it can use both 3 pin AND 5 pin right?
Are the keycaps cherry profile?
Yeap
@@itssamueltan Sory for asking this so late, but how do u have no interference on it??? Does the jwick ultimate blacks have a long pole or something?
@@wil- it does have but I don't mind it it's not really that noticeable
@@itssamueltan Oh ok
Eaaa
Bruh
Does it still need PE foam or just the tape mode is enough? Tyia
Hmm any type of foam will help it, it's quite hollow so I recommend adding the foam
@@itssamueltan Thank you so much !
Was there any interference with the keycaps seeing as they were Cherry profile
No
this keyboard has rgb backlight?
No 🥲
Please do a review on ciy84 kit please
Already have it, video will be done soon
Why the stabilizer need to unclipped?
Because the feet make it wobble and can produce some rattle
Dang, 20 ringgit for all that? That's pretty cool
Yes ikr 🤣
I mean, it's not wired tho.
@@ties9123 it's $20 tho
@@itssamueltan yeah, it's really nice for the price, but I would use this more for work or school.
Is there interference with cherry profile keycaps?
It's a no from me
Is this good for gaming on a ps5?
Yea it's quite good for the PS5
how long does the AAA batteries last ?
Around 2-3 months for me
Do you know how long the battery lasts? I wanna buy it but I'm not gonna buy it if the battery life is bad.
For me, it last around 30+ days, daily use of around 3-4 hours. Quite nice in my opinion
I would recommend getting rechargeable batteries too
Whats the plate made off?? Metal or plastic?
Metal 👀
Hello! If possible, can you do a review on the mw75?
I currently reviewing the 65 maybe will try to get the MW75
@@itssamueltan ok thanks!
What you use to edit your video
Sony Vegas
Still, is the switches for typing yest lubed or stock
Lubed will sound much better and more smooth but for normal use stock is just fine
@@itssamueltan ik but for the typing sound test did YOU lube the switches
bro for gaming is it any good?
Of course
Bur can you use it with an cable,?
Nope
@@itssamueltan ok
I wonder how they sound stock
They're stock tho
How do you charge it since it is bluetooth
no charging needed, just AA batteries. I suggest getting rechargeble ones
@@itssamueltan is the bluetooth compatible with iPad
do you have a long term review of this keyboard? i want to know if is it still working and if its good for long term use?
Hey it's still working fine, only thing is that I suggest getting rechargeable batteries so it's easier and saves u money
@@itssamueltan thanks for he update really appreciate it!!
Does it have low battery indicator?
Yes on the qwe keys
@@itssamueltan Okay thanks for the reply!
Hi! Are the stock stabilizers good enough or do you recommend getting aftermarket stabs?
The stock stabs are just Okey for normal use, but even better if modded
@@itssamueltan cool, thanks for responding my guy!
I also got this keyboard kit as my first mechanical keyboard. I use the Ktt red wine switches with some matcha xda keycaps
nice, does it sound good?
@@itssamueltan it sounds quite good and also feel smooth without lube
Hi, does the 3 pin ktt red wine fit in this kit? Do you need to solder it?
@@MahBooteh it fits in well, it doesn’t need to be solder
@@zhenyangteo6696oh okay thanks
does it have qmk support?
Hmm not, it only has wireless 2.4g no wired mode so there's no support
@@itssamueltan sad but i mean for 20 bucks...
another nice build man! anyway, do jwk ultimate black felt heavy or just in the middle? and is it smooth & no spring ping out of the box?
Yea no spring ping out of the Box, for me I choose the 58.5 so it was medium, and thanks bro 🤣
@@itssamueltan i see hahaha, i'm a heavy switch user haha
@@Kwoall oh nice, u can try the 63.5 g one 🤣
Hope you get to 10K😀
Thanks man! I hope too
I gotta say this keyboard is really bang for the buck
Agreed, it sounds nice too
Yeah. But would have been better if it had south facing switches and wired compatibility
No usb cable. So weird
Yea, only wireless and it uses AA batteries
Not weird dum its wireless only which pretty good coz sometime cable is just messy
sound hollow ?
Sounds quite okay actually, but cab be better it's just a basic kit build
Would you be able to review the FEKER JJK 84? Looks pretty good value, $30 on Amazon, but I haven't found anybody talking about it.
I'll take a look and see if I can
Delay?
Not much delay tbh will work fine for gaming and stufd
Alr
hello! Nice build! can the tester 68 connect to an ipad?
Yeapp
@@itssamueltan nicee, thanks alot man!
Thanks for this video it’s really helpful!! i was able to find all the parts i wanted for 61usd with milky gateron yellows and using rechargable batteries it’s going to be my first diy keyboard!!
Hey Welcome! And congrats on the keyboard!
@@itssamueltan thanks!! honestly it is surprisingly cheap compared to the only other gateron yellow 60% keyboard i could find in my area, so i don’t mind the fact it has batteries + wireless
@@raincandyu Yes and it's actually really easy to use! I love it too
@@itssamueltan Also, do you know if I will have to clip/lube the stabilizers like you did in the video? I don't really want to mess up anything or have to buy lube tbh ahaha ;-; i am buying prelubed milky yellow pros but im not sure if it will be good enough?
@@raincandyu They should be fine, u can watch videos on how to Holee mod first
May i ask, how is the durability of this keyboard so far?
Hey so far really loving it still no probs
@@itssamueltan Ohh, that's good to hear. Thank you for replying! Keep up the great content!
damn i miss using this keyboard. we had a lot of fun playing and rage quitting in valo
Hahahaha u don't have it anymore?
@@itssamueltan yeppp i sold the keeb to my friend
does this keyboard have any delay when playing competitive in valo?
@@lohys3182 people with the kb said that the dongle has no latency but bluetooth has a little latency