@@Impecable.. yes. it's obviously opinion but I don't know, this just seems much more refined. The only advantage I can think of that the Q2 has is a knob and it's flexier.
q1 is a different layout, so keep that in mind. Overall, the QK65 feels much more premium. But if you are a beginner wanting plug-and-play, I could see the appeal of the q1/q2 as well
this board shows that custom keyboards are heading the right way! I know a lot of people wanting to get into the hobby but is turned off by the pricetags
Just buy a Razor Huntsman.... pick the type of switch and done. High quality at affordable price. IF down the line you want to change something you can with it's swappable switches and key caps. lol
@@TheSocialGamer The razer huntsman is really expensive for what it offers though, at the prices you can get a huntsman elite you can already buy a qk65. Also, the switches in huntsmans are not hot swappable because they're proprietary razer switches. Quality is on the decent end but any custom at razer prices (Keychron Q series, GMMK Pro, QK65, etc.) offer full metal construction which is way more sturdy and feels better to type on.
OK That pricing is insane. It blows the KBD67 Lite out of the water in terms of customizability, and for not that much more. Like 20-40$? That's a steal! Edit: That sound! With stock switches too!
Wish you would do a couple more case configurations and give your opinion but otherwise a super underrated creator. Keep it up, love watching your stuff!
what kind of configs do you have in mind? like plate/gasket? I have a video on the 10 foam config variations, but I am working on a PC Plate video soon as well :)
2:22 Knock on case to show sturdiness, have background music playing over it :P Kidding aside this actually does look like neat thing to get! I'm on a stock Ducky board and have been wanting to get a nicer gasket mounted hotswap affair down the line but a lot of the options have been pricey AF or compromised in some capacity or other. Pending more reviews, this looks like good value.
I just got my KBD67 Lite R3. I haven't even built it yet, but you've already convinced me to get the QK65. This really looks like a much better package for not that much more money. Great video!
@@Loggerr they're both barebone custom keyboard kits. The parts come in the package, but you'll need to assemble the keyboard yourself. You'll need to buy keycaps and switches though, those are not included.
@@johnnyblakeborough9123 mine is still sitting unbuilt in the drawer. Been too occupied testing other keyboards to review. Planning to build my KBD67 Lite next week though, happy to hear you're enjoying yours! Got to get my hands on some U4T switches too.
so as someone new to custom boards but i understand the basics of keyboards,is something like this good for gaming? i love the sound and would love to do something like this in the future. i love diy tech
The fact there is a sale for this in 9 days is absolutely phenomenal, also for just for the case does it already come with stabs? Also I originally wanted the Kbd67, and i probably might get that if this is not in stock. if i do get this, well im going to be excited as this might br my first custom keyboard build!
Just finished a transparent black KBD67 build, and I think you won’t regret it either way. But I will say that for the price difference, I’m more intrigued by this board, as well. Hope you ended up getting what you wanted either way!
Hey, i got mine today and i have an issue where when i assemble the board, the port sits too low in the hole which doesnt allow it to move enough. Got any ideas on how to fix it?
How would you compare this one to Freebird TKL? I currently own a 67 Lite and wonder which one of these two is the best for a second build. (I don't care about the layout difference.)
completely different types of boards haha FB TKL also offers great customizability especially at the price point but i dont think I would compare a Top/oring TKL to a gasket 65%, it's just not something to really directly compare
@@JaeyouPark I get what you're saying and I know how different these are. But as I said, I try to decide which one to buy and I honestly don't care about the layout or what the exact mounting style is. What counts for me is simply the sound and how typing actually feels. How do gaskets and o-ring actually differ from each other while typing? Which one of the two feel more high quality? What makes the Freebird 60-80$ more expensive?
@@JaeyouPark the new speedy pro with the 3861 has a tapered bracelet and slightly slimmer case despite having the same diameter as the previous model, i'm sure it would fit you alright !
I have a group buy spot at ashkeebs that I'm willing to give up. It has a black top, gold bottom, and a polycarb plate. I'd imagine it'll arrive hopefully sometime in November. It costs 260 CAD or 200 USD.
This is an amazing sounding board, especially for the price. Very well done with this build, always gotta love the Epsilons :D
tyty :)
This is definitely a well thought out kit with a lot of great extras! Well done.
defs understands the hobby!
this video sold me on finally buying my first keyboard. caught a group buy for the qk65 before it ends TOMORROW! Thank you :)
SO MANY GOOD BUDGET ALU BOARDS ARE COMING OUT, I CAN'T WAIT FOR PRICES TO GET CHEAPER AND MORE BOARDS TO POP UP!
SS too on this one!
Woah it looks and sound really solid
this is such a good deal!
might get this over the q1 for my first build
so much better than q1
@@beariyy3872 even the q2? Debating between this and the q2 (currently have a tofu60)
@@Impecable.. yes. it's obviously opinion but I don't know, this just seems much more refined. The only advantage I can think of that the Q2 has is a knob and it's flexier.
q1 is a different layout, so keep that in mind. Overall, the QK65 feels much more premium. But if you are a beginner wanting plug-and-play, I could see the appeal of the q1/q2 as well
@@JaeyouPark I'd say the QK65 is beginner friendly already. Maybe not as much as the Q2...but isn't that apart of the custom fun?
this board shows that custom keyboards are heading the right way! I know a lot of people wanting to get into the hobby but is turned off by the pricetags
Just buy a Razor Huntsman.... pick the type of switch and done. High quality at affordable price. IF down the line you want to change something you can with it's swappable switches and key caps. lol
@@TheSocialGamer The razer huntsman is really expensive for what it offers though, at the prices you can get a huntsman elite you can already buy a qk65. Also, the switches in huntsmans are not hot swappable because they're proprietary razer switches. Quality is on the decent end but any custom at razer prices (Keychron Q series, GMMK Pro, QK65, etc.) offer full metal construction which is way more sturdy and feels better to type on.
@@stoofyboof4399 pretty sure he was joking but I could be wrong
The value on this board is insane! I person need my function keys but if there is programming or function capability, I’m sold
It's via and qmk compatible. Not sure if that's what you meant with compatible!
I think with 65% boards the default setting is fn plus numeral gives you the function keys
@@haomingli6175 oh sweet, I know what I’m looking at next
@@Ben-ic1ve VIA makes it super easy!
the value for this is amazing
Right??
OK That pricing is insane. It blows the KBD67 Lite out of the water in terms of customizability, and for not that much more. Like 20-40$? That's a steal!
Edit: That sound! With stock switches too!
More like 80$ difference, 40$ shipping is to be considered.
@@dedelabinouze5110 depends on where u are, and theres a retailer in almost every region so like 30-50 lol
Best sounding budget board I've heard, even seems like an upgrade to already existing budget boards
or even better than most $250-350 boards 😬
You win the beauty contest for all the TH-camrs talking about this kit 😩👌🏽
Kbd67 or qk65?
What a beauty of a board!!! Makes you rethink what "budget" should sound like.
looks so clean too!
like a bunch of foam?
I enjoyed this very much. Nice vibe bro.
loved your take as well!
This might actually become my first custom keyboard when it comes out
same, it comes out with a cable aswell
would love to see a Theo QK65 build!
@@JaeyouPark lol, one day
Wish you would do a couple more case configurations and give your opinion but otherwise a super underrated creator. Keep it up, love watching your stuff!
what kind of configs do you have in mind? like plate/gasket? I have a video on the 10 foam config variations, but I am working on a PC Plate video soon as well :)
I really like how the pcb looks. The entirety of the board's looks amazing, might be my next build!
we need more pale orange pcbs!
@@JaeyouPark I just got mine recently after 5 months of this comment 😅
10/10 pcb, it looks amazing in person!
This has got to be the best sounding stock board I've ever heard.
underrated channel ngl
tyty
Can't wait to see what tkl they come out with
me toooo
Brah This guys voice is so soothing👌
oh stop 🤭
Nice omega speedmaster
love that thing 🥲
2:22 Knock on case to show sturdiness, have background music playing over it :P Kidding aside this actually does look like neat thing to get! I'm on a stock Ducky board and have been wanting to get a nicer gasket mounted hotswap affair down the line but a lot of the options have been pricey AF or compromised in some capacity or other. Pending more reviews, this looks like good value.
Love seeing local keyboard creators. Great video. I am going to grab a qk65 when they are back at ashkeebs.
you didn't lube those switches at all for the sound test???
Great review man, this thing almost looks too good to be true. Thanks for showcasing the internals to this board, it's the real deal.
🙏🏼
I just got my KBD67 Lite R3. I haven't even built it yet, but you've already convinced me to get the QK65. This really looks like a much better package for not that much more money. Great video!
Do you buy it in parts? That's all I have seen so far
@@Loggerr they're both barebone custom keyboard kits. The parts come in the package, but you'll need to assemble the keyboard yourself. You'll need to buy keycaps and switches though, those are not included.
I love my kbd67 lite, feels great to type on and sounds very good. Nice deep sound with some u4t switches.
@@johnnyblakeborough9123 mine is still sitting unbuilt in the drawer. Been too occupied testing other keyboards to review. Planning to build my KBD67 Lite next week though, happy to hear you're enjoying yours! Got to get my hands on some U4T switches too.
Do you know when the group but or in stock sale will go live? I couldn't find any dates on the website.. or maybe I'm just stupid
I believe the sale is set to go live End of March unless there are delays
Says it's sold out. Not sure how to get the case :/
Awesome keyboard, but what watch is that?
Look at you at 12k Subs 👏 🥳. Can’t wait till you hit the 50k and more like you deserve!!!
LUCIEL! Long time no see. appreciate you and all the
@@JaeyouPark don’t worry I’m always lurking around 🤣 ❤️
interesting board! how would you compare it with the Q2?
Where did you buy this
sale hasn't happened yet. link in the description!
FR4 plates are the best in my opinion. Just built a Tofu65 2.0 and man does it sound crispy
This or the Freebird tkl in your opinion?
so as someone new to custom boards but i understand the basics of keyboards,is something like this good for gaming? i love the sound and would love to do something like this in the future. i love diy tech
What would you choose between this and Keychron Q2?
qk65 def
this of course lol
While both look nice, the value on this seems so good
the Q2 is nice but the QK65 looks very pretty to pass on bro.
@@evilkamatis542 agreed
great build! anyone know the background song name?
will there be R2 of this board in the future ? then might wait and save up
Where is this available for purchase in the US?
where did u buy it I cant find it
DAMNNNNNNNNNNNNNN THIS SOUND IS CRAZY FOR A STOCK SWITCH, I THINK I HAVE TO GET THIS BOARD AFTER I GET A BAKENEKO!
Shizz can't wait for my qk65. Also gonna build it with some epsilons but I am still deciding if I will lube and film my epsilond
Did you have to do much tuning on the stabs? I heard you can't really tune Owlstab wires that much.
First time the sound of a board has caused my jaw to drop. Sold.
Love this video! Great job as always!
thanks Cap'n!
This whole box with zip and everything included is $145 ? Where to order this ? Can’t find link to order
First two links in the description. Sold out already.
I built my mode 65 just a month ago... why the sound is just same with mine...?
PE foam will make any keyboard sound so good
That sounds incredable!
So for people like myself who don't understand this hobby, where is the link that allows me to order this kit?
Where can I buy it😐
When choosing a plate, how does one differentiate between the four options? Do they change the sound at all? Or is it just typing feel?
Not a bad deal 😎👍
HE DON’T MISS!! might just get the black chroma for kicks and giggles
wanna get matching ones...?
PC, POM, OR FR4 ?
Ur so underrated
would you recommend this over the KBD67 lite?
Beautiful video, amazing keyboard kit
does the pcb have south-facing LEDs?
Thinking of trying for this as my first project. Which plate should I get?
The budget 65% market is so good right now. I just want more budget tkls
FB TKL is the best budget tkl option I've tried so far, might be worth looking into!
I might get this one if I can find some good french iso keycaps
Very nice, wish there was a lilac/lavender colourway though :(.
How do you actually go about buying this?
The fact there is a sale for this in 9 days is absolutely phenomenal, also for just for the case does it already come with stabs?
Also I originally wanted the Kbd67, and i probably might get that if this is not in stock. if i do get this, well im going to be excited as this might br my first custom keyboard build!
Just finished a transparent black KBD67 build, and I think you won’t regret it either way. But I will say that for the price difference, I’m more intrigued by this board, as well. Hope you ended up getting what you wanted either way!
@@xCotten ended up getting my budget cut by 100 dollars and modded my rk61. I am getting 500 dollars later.
@@itsvk6 Aw we work with what we got. Hope it turned out the way you wanted it. Was it a new keycap set or what?
@@xCotten new keycap set lol
Can't decide between a more expensive zoom 65 wits is very similar, or this
what do you think of this vs the zoom65 ?
is it better interms of feel, sound and flex?
havent had a chance to test one in person. sorry!
This or the q2?
Are the stock stabs screw in?
yep
@@JaeyouPark would you say they're good enough to keep or would you recommend getting something like durock v2 stabs instead?
Just bought it as my 2nd custom keyboard ever, hopefully i'll like it
This is gonna be my endgame build, I’m going to be putting the most expensive switches i can find and the rarest gmk set
I popped a hotswap socket recently cuz I did not support the back lol.... regrets...
now im torn between zoom65 or qk65
This or zoom65?
Great video! That “bage” tho😂. Ik you were Canadian, but thats the first time ive heard a stereotypical Canadian accent from you😂.
Is it that noticeable hahahahaha
@@JaeyouPark to me it was😂 was just funny hearing it tho cause ive never heard a “Canadian” accent from you 😂😂
Love the idea of this board, great 65%. Really is a buyers market now
a keyboard shop where i'm from is selling this for $200, do you think it's still worth the price?
very nice video ill keep an eye on this board for sure
Hey, i got mine today and i have an issue where when i assemble the board, the port sits too low in the hole which doesnt allow it to move enough. Got any ideas on how to fix it?
did you put the silicone dampening mold on the bottom of the board?
not sure if this will help but it might xd
@@ikeachair517 I actually ended up realizing that it ws because i didnt have all the switches in
I really like your Omega Speedmaster.
Thank you!
thank you for the video, amazing.
ty for watching :)
great video mate
This is way better than zoom65. Zoom65 just sounds good on one config; it's more like a modded prebuilt and it's stuck that way.
opinion on flex?
How much Is this?
This is it, this is what I needed
How would you compare this one to Freebird TKL?
I currently own a 67 Lite and wonder which one of these two is the best for a second build. (I don't care about the layout difference.)
Freebird if you like sharp and clacky
QK65 if you like dampened and foamy
Make sure you to do the force break mod if you go with freebird btw
Not true freebird thocks like crazy. You can make any board sound deep or clack
completely different types of boards haha
FB TKL also offers great customizability especially at the price point
but i dont think I would compare a Top/oring TKL to a gasket 65%, it's just not something to really directly compare
@@JaeyouPark I get what you're saying and I know how different these are. But as I said, I try to decide which one to buy and I honestly don't care about the layout or what the exact mounting style is.
What counts for me is simply the sound and how typing actually feels.
How do gaskets and o-ring actually differ from each other while typing?
Which one of the two feel more high quality?
What makes the Freebird 60-80$ more expensive?
@@rekd.4745 for the most part you can make any board sound thock or clack it depends on the materials used and type of plate.
Is the qk65 5pin or 3pin or both
Looks like 2 or 3 pin
@@Mista_Spicy lol there is only 5 pin and 3 pin
@@crisp_tv oh ok im new to the keyboard thing sry
I wish I could buy this keyboard. What a shame it was only available through a group by.
That's a nice speedmaster reduced! Keyboard is cool too.
thank you! trying to grow my wrist so I can comfortably where a speedy pro one day haha
@@JaeyouPark the new speedy pro with the 3861 has a tapered bracelet and slightly slimmer case despite having the same diameter as the previous model, i'm sure it would fit you alright !
Hey is there a link for this keyboard i love how it sounds and looks but i cannot find it ANYWHERE please i could really do with a like TYSM
I have a group buy spot at ashkeebs that I'm willing to give up. It has a black top, gold bottom, and a polycarb plate. I'd imagine it'll arrive hopefully sometime in November. It costs 260 CAD or 200 USD.
I’ve heard that this board has $40-$50 shipping, is this true? Would you still recommend it at $200?
a product recommendation video with only 6 dislikes is pretty impressive
When the keycap set is the same price as the board. 🗿
I love your watch. That's an Omega, yeah?
speedy reduced indeed!
Can it be my 4th custom keyboard though?
Probably
absolutely
How would you compare this to a bakeneko65?
havent tried Cannonkeys' b65 yet, I actually custom ordered one directly from my manufacturer though.. stay tuned
Thats nuts