Just ordered the mod 007 v2 in pearl white with cs silver switches and the world tour japan keycaps for my birthday. Thank you for this, doc!! -new subscriber ❤️
Just want to add that Akko now sells PCB with per key flex cut, south-facing for $30. No LEDs because of the flex cuts and it still uses Akko's own software but apparently, there's a VIA/QMK compatible version on the way. It's compatible with the MOD 007 v1, v2, 007Sv2, and the MonsGeek M1
So true, If you're too down the rabbit hole there isn't a real end game. Thanks for an excellent video. Am typing this on a modded Akko Mod 7V2 and it is a excellent and accesible. I don't believe that spending more monney on a so called better board would create a tangibly better experience as we would begin to hit diminishing returns. Keeop up the great work! :)
I think the reason why they're maintaining the north facing LED layout is due to their keycap sets not needing this workaround. Newcomers will be incentivized to go with an all Akko setup instead of finding specific switches that have no interference.
Great stuff just what I needed to make a decision. Too bad all the current mainstream / budget friendly 75% keyboards with encoders each have something to make them fall short of being perfect (q1 knob, gmmk pro and akko)
I really do want VIA/QMK compatibility. Because of the Akko proprietary configuration software, the keymap customisation is a bit limited such as Fn, Alt, etc, and the software response is slower than VIA. Except the cons, my MOD 007 (with Lavender Pruple switch and MT3 ABS keycaps) is the best 75% keyboard for me.
Nice review! Just got the MOD007S V2 with the same ASA PBT keycap! However, I do notice the typing sound is quite high pitched, which also shows up in your video. Changing to a third party OEM keycap make it sounds lower. I’m a bit confused as I heard SA has the deepest sound due to it being the tallest. Since ASA is taller than OEM, the SA supposed to sound deeper. This leads me to think that the Akko ASA keycap are too thin that’s why it sounded high pitch? Too bad since I loved the keycap color, but not the sound of it. I’m in full stock now. I will do tape mod, lube the switch (Boba LT, again a low pitch sounding switch), insert poron switch pad, force break mod and case mod. My goal is to make a muted and deep sounding keyboard..
@@ThockyDocKey there’s no reason to want south facing if I’m using ASA Akko keycaps right? I like how the leds don’t directly show under the keycaps on my brother’s MOD007 v2.
That's a very detailed review, it's one of the reasons I'm almost ready to buy the 007 v2. I still have a few questions if you don't mind answering them. Can you replace the default lighting profiles with custom profiles? And if so, can you save it into the onboard memory, or is it only controlled by software? I mean, is the keyboard going to remember my custom lighting profiles if I plug it into another computer that doesn't have the Akko software?
Why do people see north-facing led as a flaw when it's actually just a preference/trade-off: possible interference vs nicer light shine through on many keycaps. Most of the swiches don't even suffer the interference in the first place, and I prefer nort-facing over the south since I never have issues with the interference so it's better than south for me.
always a preference in this hobby. Like for me i love cherry keycaps and I get a lot of interference. I dont like RGB too. so that's why i prefer south facing pcb
I dont have my q1 anymore but I added my quick thoughts on the subject at the end of this video. I think they are very close in terms of value, it will boil down to preference in the end
@@ChrisTian-sd5yq hardware costumization? you can almost customize everything with this one for software, this might be a bit limited. not via and qmk compatible
i think mas mahal lang si Q1 knob barebones kay mod007 v2 ng 300-500 pesos. kaso mas madaming color choices si mod007 v2 barebones compare sa barebones ng Q1 knob haha
Yes konting difference in price. Honestly kung papipiliin ako sa dalawa. Medjo mahirap haha very close itong dalawa. Different selling points At the end of the day, I might go with Q1
Did you really just call this and the Keychron Q1 “ENDGAME WORTHY”???? LMAO 🤦🏻♂️ Even taking your disclaimer talking about what “endgame” means… come on. You really should be giving disclaimers, at the beginning of your videos, that “this is a paid advertisement/sponsorship” (because Akko literally sent you the board for free to review)… it’s disingenuous to mention all its flaws, then brush it all aside and call it “endgame worthy”. Come on bro.
hello brother, this was not a paid unit. i purchased this. at the time of the review those boards were good and I consider them end game for the price range. things have changed so much since then and these boards are not part of my recommendations to date. appreciate the comment but do consider the timeline of posting the video. cheers
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Jelly Blacks + ASA Profile is heaven on the Mod007! Nice great review and modding guide Doc!
Salamat bro! Yes was really impressed on the jelly black! Did not expect it to be so good!
Excellent review and mods. Thanks for the comparsion to the Keychron Q1. Much appreciated.
Glad you like em! :) Makes me motivated to continue making content :)
Just ordered the mod 007 v2 in pearl white with cs silver switches and the world tour japan keycaps for my birthday. Thank you for this, doc!! -new subscriber ❤️
glad you find my content useful :) Enjoy the new keyboard :)
Just want to add that Akko now sells PCB with per key flex cut, south-facing for $30. No LEDs because of the flex cuts and it still uses Akko's own software but apparently, there's a VIA/QMK compatible version on the way. It's compatible with the MOD 007 v1, v2, 007Sv2, and the MonsGeek M1
Akko just announce their south pcb for mod007v1 and v2🎉
So true, If you're too down the rabbit hole there isn't a real end game. Thanks for an excellent video. Am typing this on a modded Akko Mod 7V2 and it is a excellent and accesible. I don't believe that spending more monney on a so called better board would create a tangibly better experience as we would begin to hit diminishing returns. Keeop up the great work! :)
thanks man! glad you like the videos. I have more vids do check em out :)
I think the reason why they're maintaining the north facing LED layout is due to their keycap sets not needing this workaround. Newcomers will be incentivized to go with an all Akko setup instead of finding specific switches that have no interference.
i agree with this
007s has south facing leds
@@TheFi1thyCasual but no pearl white ._.
Great video per usual Doc! Now i'm contemplating to get this board
Thank you :) it’s a good keyboard despite some flaws
Great stuff just what I needed to make a decision. Too bad all the current mainstream / budget friendly 75% keyboards with encoders each have something to make them fall short of being perfect (q1 knob, gmmk pro and akko)
You just earned a sub, doc. Thanks for this video.
Thank you brother
I really do want VIA/QMK compatibility. Because of the Akko proprietary configuration software, the keymap customisation is a bit limited such as Fn, Alt, etc, and the software response is slower than VIA.
Except the cons, my MOD 007 (with Lavender Pruple switch and MT3 ABS keycaps) is the best 75% keyboard for me.
Yeah! VIA compatibility would be the icing on this board! Hope they do that soon
Their software sucks and I won't buy anything from them until they drop their crappy software in favor of VIA.
Great review - this would be a great alternative to the GMMK Pro but for me QMK/VIA should be offered on all new boards these days.
Agree!
Like to know what color of the frame?
Nice review! Just got the MOD007S V2 with the same ASA PBT keycap! However, I do notice the typing sound is quite high pitched, which also shows up in your video. Changing to a third party OEM keycap make it sounds lower. I’m a bit confused as I heard SA has the deepest sound due to it being the tallest. Since ASA is taller than OEM, the SA supposed to sound deeper. This leads me to think that the Akko ASA keycap are too thin that’s why it sounded high pitch? Too bad since I loved the keycap color, but not the sound of it. I’m in full stock now. I will do tape mod, lube the switch (Boba LT, again a low pitch sounding switch), insert poron switch pad, force break mod and case mod. My goal is to make a muted and deep sounding keyboard..
Akko said they'd be releasing a version of this with south-facing PCB come may! Just waiting for that variant 😁
they said this even sa V1. I think Akko have reasons why they are maintaining the north facing PCB
@@ThockyDocKey there’s no reason to want south facing if I’m using ASA Akko keycaps right? I like how the leds don’t directly show under the keycaps on my brother’s MOD007 v2.
@@unkkit151 yup, if you’re not into cherry profile then you are good
good review! is it possible to change the keycaps to XDA? thanks!
hmm that I am not sure. it might cause interference depending on what switch you will be using
NICE VIDEO! anong cable gamit mo po???
custom cable from escape cable
Hi, I really like your keycaps for the Keychron. what are they and where can I get them?
Got them locally here in the Philippines
That's a very detailed review, it's one of the reasons I'm almost ready to buy the 007 v2. I still have a few questions if you don't mind answering them.
Can you replace the default lighting profiles with custom profiles?
And if so, can you save it into the onboard memory, or is it only controlled by software? I mean, is the keyboard going to remember my custom lighting profiles if I plug it into another computer that doesn't have the Akko software?
Unfortunatelt, i do not know :(
I did not play around with the software when I had the board
Why do people see north-facing led as a flaw when it's actually just a preference/trade-off: possible interference vs nicer light shine through on many keycaps. Most of the swiches don't even suffer the interference in the first place, and I prefer nort-facing over the south since I never have issues with the interference so it's better than south for me.
always a preference in this hobby. Like for me i love cherry keycaps and I get a lot of interference. I dont like RGB too. so that's why i prefer south facing pcb
akko now have a south facing mod007v2, would this change your opinion regarding Q1 vs mod007s v2?
Both are good comes down to preference.
I might end up choosing the mod007s v2
What is the different with monsgeek m1?
different construction, southfacing pcb, via compatibility,
@@ThockyDocKey how about monsgeek m1 vs mod 007s v2? why the mod 007s v2 cost more? what makes it cost more?
@@danielmatthew1726 that i am not sure. Branding perhaps
Hi, may I know the length of the black cable from usb c to the lemo?
unfortunately I don't have the cable with me anymore
@@ThockyDocKey Base on the video I manage to know the length of the cable, thanks for uploading this video 😄
Aluminum case?
Yes
Great video! What keycaps are those at 1:04?
Japnese bow
@@ThockyDocKey thank you
Have you tried using the PC plate with silicon gaskets? Want to know if its better than PC plate with poron gaskets?
Yes both are good. Different type feel and sound.
I prefer before the poron. Now i preger the silicon hehe
Just depends on the mood
@@ThockyDocKey Thanks, excited to build my Mod007 V2 😁
@@nbdy.koshiro congrats :)
no interference naman if Boba u4t to cherry keycaps?
That im not sure. Might have some interference
@@ThockyDocKey 👍 thanks
@@choygraphy nope. Boba should be just fine with north facing as it has long pole stem.
@@damdumbdesigns so it is ok to use cherry profile keycap on this kit with boba u4t man?
@@akyasu2295 yes
Did you mod your stabs in the video sir?
Lube, wire balance, holee
@@ThockyDocKey Thank you!
How is the build quality and how heavy is the case?
Dont have exact weight but its heavy and sturdy. Has good heft to it
Build quality is topnotch! Nothing to complain for me
Hey! I think It would be best to have a Q1 vs Mod007v2 video?
I dont have my q1 anymore but I added my quick thoughts on the subject at the end of this video.
I think they are very close in terms of value, it will boil down to preference in the end
Q2
what does the knob do?
controls volume, but it is programmable via their own app
Where is the cable from?
custom cable from Escape Cables here in the Philippines
if only the software support is there, I will go for these
They have they own software which works pretty well
@@ThockyDocKey I'm looking for a keyboard that have many hardware and software customization
@@ChrisTian-sd5yq hardware costumization? you can almost customize everything with this one
for software, this might be a bit limited. not via and qmk compatible
@@ThockyDocKey the software part got me to think twice and lean towards GMMK pro, I'm also looking at other brands
Bro sorry first time ko bili ng stabs anung size ng spacebar nito? Hehe
6.25u if im not mistaken
now if it was only in stock
If I could have this or my gmmk pro be wireless I'd be done lol.
We will never be done 🤣
i think mas mahal lang si Q1 knob barebones kay mod007 v2 ng 300-500 pesos. kaso mas madaming color choices si mod007 v2 barebones compare sa barebones ng Q1 knob haha
Yes konting difference in price. Honestly kung papipiliin ako sa dalawa. Medjo mahirap haha very close itong dalawa. Different selling points
At the end of the day, I might go with Q1
7:30 face reveal lol
lol! that's some quick eyes yo! hahah
@@ThockyDocKey lol
Did you really just call this and the Keychron Q1 “ENDGAME WORTHY”???? LMAO 🤦🏻♂️
Even taking your disclaimer talking about what “endgame” means… come on.
You really should be giving disclaimers, at the beginning of your videos, that “this is a paid advertisement/sponsorship” (because Akko literally sent you the board for free to review)… it’s disingenuous to mention all its flaws, then brush it all aside and call it “endgame worthy”. Come on bro.
hello brother, this was not a paid unit. i purchased this. at the time of the review those boards were good and I consider them end game for the price range.
things have changed so much since then and these boards are not part of my recommendations to date.
appreciate the comment but do consider the timeline of posting the video. cheers