Join my Discord and make sure to read the Description if you want more help! hexical.me/discord *FAQ* *Where can I get the parts?* Click on the description, I have a handful of affiliate shops you can shop at! *I thought the RK61 wasn't hotswap? / Why is your cable different than mine?* You are thinking of or own the older model, you can find the correct one linked in my description. *You forgot to clip the stabs* Yeah, I did that after the video - I forgot to record it, my bad! *Does the RK61 use a 7u or 6.25u spacebar?* It uses a 6.25u, most keyboards will.
Will the colors on the stabilizers affect anything? Btw, great vid. Really like how you went into detail. You just earned yourself a sub. Keep up the great work.
I just bought the rk61. It's gonna be my first mechanical keyboard and I feel like I just entered a world of addiction and self indulgence I don't know if I can control lol
I have been looking for how to lube the stabilizers for my RK61. This tutorial showed up on my 3rd day of looking under my recommended and this is exactly what I've been looking for. The amount of detail that you put into this tutorial is amazing and you were very clear so thank you so much for not skipping over steps :D
Not a problem! I'm glad the video will be a help to you :) If you ever need any more help, you can always join my discord too! I am always willing to help people one on one with keyboard builds as long as I'm not busy.
Thanks for helping me! I always see these big you tubers doing complicated stuff but you broke it down so that I could understand. I recently bought an rk61 with blues and I was like “this sounds horrible” but after following what you did it sounds amazing! New subscriber!
I’m new to mechanical keyboards and recently joined a FB group and was bombarded by words like stabs, lubing, keycaps etc! This video explained everything! Thank you so much! Unfortunately though mine was not hot-swappable but will definitely get back to this video once I upgrade.
I just bought the rk61 and was looking for mods and you did a great job of explaining it to someone who has zero prior knowledge. Superb video. I’ve subscribed.
I just bought this keyboard, and I'm loving it already. I was suprised at how good it looked right out of the box, and how heavy it was. It's actually smaller than I expected. I can't wait to gradually begin modding it so I can get the sound I want out of it. Thanks for the tutorial.
@@hlibs6647 Yes; it came with a double-ended tool that had a switch remover on one end and a kepcap puller on the other. It also came with four spare switches, and a USB-C cable for PC connection.
oh ok, it's because I live in Portugal and I ordered the rk61 but the information didn't say if it came or not and I saw some videos and some didn't have the switch remover and how I need to change the switch to a gateron and I don't have a switch remover Switch had this question, thank you very much@@TinyMaths
This is so detailed and your explaining is great! i really enjoyed watching this and im thinking of doing exactly what you did, i just needa find the money .
@@ItsHexical thanks man. The mech keyboard world is overwhelming to say the least. I have I have RK61 in black and want to build a dark aesthetic/minimalist look. Do you have any recommendations for dark keycaps? Either they're not that popular or they're bloody hard to find good looking ones.
Thanks so much for taking the time to make this video. FWIW, I think Royal Kludge has been progressively upping their game. Just got a cheap board from them that had foam inserts filling the stabilizer cutouts and upgraded stabilizers. I'm reluctant to touch them due to initial quality and not wanting to cut or remove the foam filler. TBH, I feel like the quality of the stock keycaps on the most recent keeb were superior to even the custom keys used in the mod for this video. It's really all about what you like and want to see, just saying the quality of the current boards is another step up. Main reason for making the comment is to also say - even if the stock keycaps were not superior, I'd still be reluctant to replace them. Why? Because the media legends on the keycaps are not without their own value. I wish it was easier to find keycaps that include the special legends that are typically found on stock keycaps. I've got a similar issue with some Keychron and other keyboards that provide keysets with media legends and multi-function keypress functionality. Sure, I could memorize it or print out a reference card - but having it on the keys is so much more practical. Some places will let you do custom keysets with legends, but again... the theme of my post... the quality tends to take a step down in my opinion. Nirvana would be a doubleshot PBT SA profile custom keyset developer with the quality of the MT3 sets or better. Everybody shout at me if you learn of that happening. ;)
This is the best tutorial ever! Simple and you got all the shots needed for people to understand the process! I recently got my rk71 however it is not hotswappable. New subscriber here! I also do tech vids and I love your content
wow this is a really well made video! I have a rk61 and this is gonna help out a lot! appreciate it keep doing stuff like this it is very well made impressed from a small channel like this
Great video! My suggestion for the “b-roll shots” you can use a stabilizer in your editing program.. so that the shots don’t move as much and you could also slow it down and it gives you that really nice clean look! I use da Vinci resolve when I edit and it’s a lifesaver 😂 keep going my guy.. if you wanna work on something in the future I’m down!
Thanks! I've gotten a bit better with stabilization, but unfortunately warp stabilizer can only do so much before it goes wonky and my phone doesn't like my shaky hands lmfaoo. I actually just recently purchased a camera and monopod though with a fluid head, so my shots are about to be smooth as butter!
Man, you did very good on this video. I don't know which I'm more impressed with, production quality of the video or the clarity of the content itself. Bravo dude. You got 1 sub for it at least.
If my RK61 turns out to be hot-swappable, I’m definitely going to look at getting new switches (probably Holy Pandas), so this is super helpful. Also if I took a drink for every “you’re gonna wanna” I’d be dead in 5 minutes.
After so many videos and reading articles, this is the video that made everything click and easy to understand for me!!! So now I’m about to buy this keyboard, I think I know what type of switch I’m buying, then I’m off to choose a set of keycaps :) thanks. Although I just need help with choosing keycap sizes. What specific information on the keycap description should I look for when making sure it fits my rk61??? Thanks you’re literally the best!!!!
I started with the rk100 then the rk71 then finally got the rk61, I accidentally got the blue switches so I'm going to swap them to akko lavendar and new stabilizers and silent mods, thank you for this video
“Ok guys now to continue on with the video you have to have: a keyboard, keycaps and hands.. now that we got that over with let’s move on to the video”
@@ItsHexical have you checked out the rk61 pro? i was planning on modding that one, but i wasnt aware of what mods i can do on it other than switching the stock switches, stablisers (i believe i can only do plate mounted stabs) and thats it. i was wondering if doing the foam modding is possible for that model. and what foam should i use?
@@moohses704 Yes, you should be able to foam mod it :) For what foam, any high quality foam that will absorb acoustics is fine really, but you can buy precut foam and stuff here amzn.to/3dZ63ll
This is just what I have been looking for, thank you. I noticed that you didn't cut the stabilizers the way some other tutorials have done so. I really didn't want to do this part so great that it seems that it isn't totally necessary.
@@ItsHexical the ktt peaches feel very light and pillowy, and are slightly thoccier than milky yellows. my fingers melt into them like butter... btw, did you happen to get the blues and matcha greens from the same akko line as well?
have no idea the new rk61 is hotswappable. Sadly I have the first gen with non hotswap feature and it still has micro usb. Great keyboard tho. Nice video. Simple and to the point
@@fwfailed from what I know, one of the main differences is where the port is located. If yours is in the middle, its most likely non-hotswappable. You can also just try to pry a little bit at the switch, it won't hurt anything.
@@ItsHexical yea mines in the middle...but once i get home I'm going to check and pick at a switch to see if it moves but if not I'm going take it apart myself
@@fwfailed Yeah best bet is just lightly prying at the switch how you see in this video, it doesn't take much force to get them out once you actually push in the tabs on the switch, so you will notice :)
Thanks man this Video really helps me im gonna do it after i bought all the things i need but are those akko switches just deliveried with 45 switches???
I've gotten mine about a year ago, and the only thing I could complain about is that the usb c insert is in the middle instead of the left. Fantastic video though!
Hey bro! Really detailed and easy to understand content, however I have one question. When you get the keyboard does it come with tools that help you take out the switches?
Yes, it does! They are kinda trash though, you can pick up a switch and keycap puller off amazon for like $8 though! I use this which comes with everything you need. amzn.to/3iP9tdM
I lube my switches and stabs (not the wire) with sunflower oil and the wire with vaseline, I don't recommend you do it but it did work for me, can't guarantee it'll work for you tho
Not a dumb question at all! Typically, your switches will be fine - but you may notice your stabilizers need touchups every so often, but its not a lot honestly.
I plan to do this to mine as well, my previous keyboard was a blackwidow and welp most people know the issues it has lmao. Anyways I'm going to use foam, crytox lube, fresh abs keycaps, and some Kailh box reds to top it off :)
Join my Discord and make sure to read the Description if you want more help! hexical.me/discord
*FAQ*
*Where can I get the parts?*
Click on the description, I have a handful of affiliate shops you can shop at!
*I thought the RK61 wasn't hotswap? / Why is your cable different than mine?*
You are thinking of or own the older model, you can find the correct one linked in my description.
*You forgot to clip the stabs*
Yeah, I did that after the video - I forgot to record it, my bad!
*Does the RK61 use a 7u or 6.25u spacebar?*
It uses a 6.25u, most keyboards will.
Will the colors on the stabilizers affect anything? Btw, great vid. Really like how you went into detail. You just earned yourself a sub. Keep up the great work.
I just bought the rk61. It's gonna be my first mechanical keyboard and I feel like I just entered a world of addiction and self indulgence I don't know if I can control lol
You have no idea 😂😂
You're at the very bottom, and there's a LONG way to the top
Same man
I use to not care but after getting a 60% I need to go to rehab
@@FilmByTom what do you mean?
I have been looking for how to lube the stabilizers for my RK61. This tutorial showed up on my 3rd day of looking under my recommended and this is exactly what I've been looking for. The amount of detail that you put into this tutorial is amazing and you were very clear so thank you so much for not skipping over steps :D
Not a problem! I'm glad the video will be a help to you :)
If you ever need any more help, you can always join my discord too! I am always willing to help people one on one with keyboard builds as long as I'm not busy.
This tutorial actually seems possible and accessible to the new enthusiasts! I'm excited to try this out when my stabs and switches get here!
This is exactly what I needed.
I'm glad this video could help :)
Plus O-Rings and dampening foam
@@suhlantro487 o rings aren't good they make it feel like a membrane
sameeee
@@gabovalerio58 fr
Thanks for helping me! I always see these big you tubers doing complicated stuff but you broke it down so that I could understand. I recently bought an rk61 with blues and I was like “this sounds horrible” but after following what you did it sounds amazing! New subscriber!
Glad I could help! I am super happy to get your comment
I have never stared at a video describling lubing parts this hard in my life. I just got my first mechanical keyboard and I'm in LOOOVE.
How do you only have 500 subs? This production quality is insane! Keep up the awesome work my man
Thank you!!
I love how detailed this is, thanks bro.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed :)
This guide is really detailed. Thank you so much for the help.
No problem :)
This is litterally the most clear and best video ever.
I’m new to mechanical keyboards and recently joined a FB group and was bombarded by words like stabs, lubing, keycaps etc! This video explained everything! Thank you so much! Unfortunately though mine was not hot-swappable but will definitely get back to this video once I upgrade.
I'm glad my video could help! Hopefully your hotswap one comes soon, building and modding your first keyboard is always super fun.
I just bought the rk61 and was looking for mods and you did a great job of explaining it to someone who has zero prior knowledge. Superb video. I’ve subscribed.
The only thing more satisfying than the sound is the sight of replacing the blue switches.
I just bought this keyboard, and I'm loving it already. I was suprised at how good it looked right out of the box, and how heavy it was. It's actually smaller than I expected. I can't wait to gradually begin modding it so I can get the sound I want out of it. Thanks for the tutorial.
Does the rk61 come with a switch remover?
@@hlibs6647 Yes; it came with a double-ended tool that had a switch remover on one end and a kepcap puller on the other. It also came with four spare switches, and a USB-C cable for PC connection.
oh ok, it's because I live in Portugal and I ordered the rk61 but the information didn't say if it came or not and I saw some videos and some didn't have the switch remover and how I need to change the switch to a gateron and I don't have a switch remover Switch had this question, thank you very much@@TinyMaths
@@hlibs6647 No problem... 👍
Just bought one of these keyboards with browns for $5 from someone who just wanted to get rid of it. I think I’ve made a great find imo
Just started modding my RK 61 with Duroc stabs and Purple Panda switches! Thanks so much for the help, I appreciate how detailed it was
This is so detailed and your explaining is great! i really enjoyed watching this and im thinking of doing exactly what you did, i just needa find the money .
This is the best tutorial on the K61 I have found. Typing this on my stock blues (low key love the click life).
Glad you enjoyed it! :)
@@ItsHexical thanks man. The mech keyboard world is overwhelming to say the least. I have I have RK61 in black and want to build a dark aesthetic/minimalist look. Do you have any recommendations for dark keycaps? Either they're not that popular or they're bloody hard to find good looking ones.
Thanks so much for taking the time to make this video. FWIW, I think Royal Kludge has been progressively upping their game. Just got a cheap board from them that had foam inserts filling the stabilizer cutouts and upgraded stabilizers. I'm reluctant to touch them due to initial quality and not wanting to cut or remove the foam filler. TBH, I feel like the quality of the stock keycaps on the most recent keeb were superior to even the custom keys used in the mod for this video. It's really all about what you like and want to see, just saying the quality of the current boards is another step up. Main reason for making the comment is to also say - even if the stock keycaps were not superior, I'd still be reluctant to replace them. Why? Because the media legends on the keycaps are not without their own value. I wish it was easier to find keycaps that include the special legends that are typically found on stock keycaps. I've got a similar issue with some Keychron and other keyboards that provide keysets with media legends and multi-function keypress functionality. Sure, I could memorize it or print out a reference card - but having it on the keys is so much more practical. Some places will let you do custom keysets with legends, but again... the theme of my post... the quality tends to take a step down in my opinion. Nirvana would be a doubleshot PBT SA profile custom keyset developer with the quality of the MT3 sets or better. Everybody shout at me if you learn of that happening. ;)
This is the best tutorial ever! Simple and you got all the shots needed for people to understand the process! I recently got my rk71 however it is not hotswappable. New subscriber here! I also do tech vids and I love your content
Then why are you even trying
@@dawaerbaguer3963 you could just solder the switches on.
@@Muffffin this was 2 months ago I was dumb
so helpful! very new into the world of keyboards so this was a really great and easy to understand rundown of all the parts and processes
wow this is a really well made video! I have a rk61 and this is gonna help out a lot! appreciate it keep doing stuff like this it is very well made impressed from a small channel like this
Thank you so much! I'm glad the video can be of use to you :)
did it help?]
@@zxxn4133 no I didn’t end up modding it I like expensive sounding keyboards and stuff but I only use mine for gaming really
@@zxxn4133 but I’m thinking about modding the stabs and maybe getting a new keycap set because the stabs aren’t that great
Thanks! I think this is one of the best keyboard tutorials, really clean and on topic. :)
oh wow i actually didn’t expect this, this is amazing! I hope your channel blows up ;)
Thank you so much :)
Thank you, you helped me to mod my rk61, it sounds really good, u won a subscriber ❤
This is so detailed and helpful, you’ve earned yourself a sub!
this guy is so under rated he deserves more than 1k but i love your content bro this video was fire!
Tape/tempest mod + fill something for hollowness below PCB and you got a solid KB out there
i followed trough with this video and i feel like i have a completely new Keyboard. Thanks bro! Christmas was deffently a win this year xD
I just made this board but with Akko purples and a different cap set. It turned out beautifully.
You could also put some foam in it to make it sound less hollow
Extremely underrated video
Love your content, your vids are so underrated. Can't wait to see what else you have planned
Thank you! I appreciate the comment :)
Great video! My suggestion for the “b-roll shots” you can use a stabilizer in your editing program.. so that the shots don’t move as much and you could also slow it down and it gives you that really nice clean look! I use da Vinci resolve when I edit and it’s a lifesaver 😂 keep going my guy.. if you wanna work on something in the future I’m down!
Thanks! I've gotten a bit better with stabilization, but unfortunately warp stabilizer can only do so much before it goes wonky and my phone doesn't like my shaky hands lmfaoo.
I actually just recently purchased a camera and monopod though with a fluid head, so my shots are about to be smooth as butter!
@@ItsHexicalyeah I get you man 😂 good luck with the new vids and that camera setup!
underated channel, you deserve more subs
Thank you so much :)
Man, you did very good on this video. I don't know which I'm more impressed with, production quality of the video or the clarity of the content itself. Bravo dude. You got 1 sub for it at least.
Mucho appreciated :) I'm glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the sub!
Well, now I know which keyboard I'm going to get later for my first custom build. Thanks!
Thanks so much man! Just bought the keyboard and I'm excited to customize my first keyboard :D
This keyboard is the birth to the custom keyboard addiction
If my RK61 turns out to be hot-swappable, I’m definitely going to look at getting new switches (probably Holy Pandas), so this is super helpful.
Also if I took a drink for every “you’re gonna wanna” I’d be dead in 5 minutes.
HAHA! Most people say, "Go ahead and..."
The video is so detailed, I hope your channel gets the attention it deserves. Subbed.
Thank you so much :)
After so many videos and reading articles, this is the video that made everything click and easy to understand for me!!! So now I’m about to buy this keyboard, I think I know what type of switch I’m buying, then I’m off to choose a set of keycaps :) thanks.
Although I just need help with choosing keycap sizes. What specific information on the keycap description should I look for when making sure it fits my rk61??? Thanks you’re literally the best!!!!
I started with the rk100 then the rk71 then finally got the rk61, I accidentally got the blue switches so I'm going to swap them to akko lavendar and new stabilizers and silent mods, thank you for this video
Awesome video. I’ve been I. The mech world for a while but was bored and this didn’t disappoint. Keep it up!
“Ok guys now to continue on with the video you have to have: a keyboard, keycaps and hands.. now that we got that over with let’s move on to the video”
I’ve heard that adding foam to the base of the keyboard will also mute any pinging. Do you think that I should do that too with this mod?
Yes! Foam modding is entirely possible and I encourage you to do it, I just didn't have foam on hand for this video!
@@ItsHexical have you checked out the rk61 pro? i was planning on modding that one, but i wasnt aware of what mods i can do on it other than switching the stock switches, stablisers (i believe i can only do plate mounted stabs) and thats it. i was wondering if doing the foam modding is possible for that model. and what foam should i use?
@@moohses704 Yes, you should be able to foam mod it :) For what foam, any high quality foam that will absorb acoustics is fine really, but you can buy precut foam and stuff here amzn.to/3dZ63ll
Great tutorial bro! I’m typing on my new customized RK61! Tysm brotha!
just finished making mine. sounds soooooo good
the amount of sub you have just hurts my eyes. Why this low subs? Your video is good. You deserve much more
Thank you :) Hopefully I will get there soon
production quality is amazing damn
Finally a video that I needed. 😍 you just earn a new subscriber 😊
Dude I just bought the same Key switches and about to do the stabilizer mod! I didn’t know that you had the exact same switches as me!
I loved the video, really well made. It is going to help me a lot!!
Thank you! I'm glad it will help :)
This is just what I have been looking for, thank you. I noticed that you didn't cut the stabilizers the way some other tutorials have done so. I really didn't want to do this part so great that it seems that it isn't totally necessary.
Holy! I thought you were a TH-camr with at least 100k. You are mad underrated, I’m not saying this to be nice, I mean it you’re underrated
Thank you! I really appreciate it :)
Fortnite kid
i also was considering getting the akko rose reds! i ended up purchasing some ktt peaches, which I am in love with!
I want to try some of those! I just had to grab the roses because they were all over TikTok, it pressured me into buying them ahaha.
@@ItsHexical the ktt peaches feel very light and pillowy, and are slightly thoccier than milky yellows. my fingers melt into them like butter... btw, did you happen to get the blues and matcha greens from the same akko line as well?
BRO THANK YOU SM MY STABS ARE SO GOOD NOW
Thank you so much for this, I want my keyboard to sound exactly like this so this is perfect for me. ♥♥
You mentioned that you used cherry profile keycaps. So, did you face any north-facing LED interference with the switches?
have no idea the new rk61 is hotswappable. Sadly I have the first gen with non hotswap feature and it still has micro usb. Great keyboard tho.
Nice video. Simple and to the point
Do you know how to check which model you have? I was hoping to switch my blues out since I'm passed the clicky switch phase
@@fwfailed from what I know, one of the main differences is where the port is located. If yours is in the middle, its most likely non-hotswappable.
You can also just try to pry a little bit at the switch, it won't hurt anything.
@@ItsHexical yea mines in the middle...but once i get home I'm going to check and pick at a switch to see if it moves but if not I'm going take it apart myself
@@fwfailed Yeah best bet is just lightly prying at the switch how you see in this video, it doesn't take much force to get them out once you actually push in the tabs on the switch, so you will notice :)
I can just know that you are such a nice person. Getting my rk61 this week and this video has everything i need to know about. Thanks!
nice guild also include the tempest(tape mod) and to put a little pe foam in the case to fix the hollow sound!
Bro, Quality content, Love it. Subbed btw
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the video
My man is so underrated!
This video is very well put together, you're doing an awesome job here.
Thank you!!
you are amazing
i watched the first 30 seconds and i love your vids
Thank you! :)
Great informative video! Thank you.
Thanks man this Video really helps me im gonna do it after i bought all the things i need but are those akko switches just deliveried with 45 switches???
I've gotten mine about a year ago, and the only thing I could complain about is that the usb c insert is in the middle instead of the left. Fantastic video though!
u made it so simple, really great video
Im getting a hot swappable kb so i can mod it, i was already going to get the rose red switches, also i love the details you put in this video!
This is a very well made video, thank you
Great guide! Would you recommend foam modding it as well?
Keep up the good work bro💪🏻
I personally didnt replace the stabilizers and i just did the holee mod with some lube
Yeah that'll work too, I just am not a huge fan of cherry stabs personally - I typically replace them with durock ones.
@@ItsHexical im not a fan of cherry stabs either but its not horrible when holee modded and i used the extra money to get some boba u4t's
Bro I didn’t know about the extra switches I’m happy I kept the box
Here's a tip, if you buy a keyboard and it comes in a box wrapped with foam packaging you can use that foam to dampen the sound of your keyboard :)
how?
@@aethancomia1389 The packaging is foam so you can put that in your keyboard if you are building it custom to dampen the echo from the keyboard.
this is some really great quality content! I'm impressed and happy with this video, so ill be giving a like and a sub! :)
this is awesome! have you thought about o ring mounting the PCB?
Well, here I am. After ordering my RK61. It will be here in 4 days, and I'm already getting ready for it 😂
Yo thanks man. I needed this
Wow this was such a great video and its crazy to hear how good your rk61 sounds compared to mine hahaha
A hotswappable rk61? Woaah
Yeah! It's honestly amazing. It's a great starter board for someone who wants to take a step into custom mechs.
bro got the ice pop prime keyboard💀💀
very high quality video! very surprised it only has 75 views!
Thank you so much! :)
Thanks so much i used a pencil and the stabs came out perfectly
No problem, glad it helped!
Never thought I would fall down the mechanical keyboard rabbit hole, but here I am.
I am going to follow this guide but was just wondering if you need 2 boxes of those switches to fill the keyboard?
Hey bro! Really detailed and easy to understand content, however I have one question. When you get the keyboard does it come with tools that help you take out the switches?
Yes, it does! They are kinda trash though, you can pick up a switch and keycap puller off amazon for like $8 though! I use this which comes with everything you need.
amzn.to/3iP9tdM
@@ItsHexical thanks! My rk61 and switches are coming today. Very underrated content by the way!
this is quality content, keep it up
Thank you! I appreciate it :)
It sounds so good bro
I lube my switches and stabs (not the wire) with sunflower oil and the wire with vaseline, I don't recommend you do it but it did work for me, can't guarantee it'll work for you tho
Subscribed bro. Good stuff
tank you so much this is what i needed
Maybe stupid question but does lube last forever or do you need to re apply it every year or so?
Not a dumb question at all!
Typically, your switches will be fine - but you may notice your stabilizers need touchups every so often, but its not a lot honestly.
🔥 amazing bro keep it up
this is a really nice video, good one. 👍
Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it :)
I plan to do this to mine as well, my previous keyboard was a blackwidow and welp most people know the issues it has lmao. Anyways I'm going to use foam, crytox lube, fresh abs keycaps, and some Kailh box reds to top it off :)
Sounds like a solid build!
Amazing video but I have a question, how much grams of lube was the kryptox