KEYCHRON Does it AGAIN! Keychron Q2 Review + Modding

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  • #Keybored #mechanicalkeyboard KEYCHRON Does it AGAIN! Keychron Q2 Review + Modding
    So... The Keychron Q1 was one of the most anticipated, and popular custom mechanical keyboards of 2021. In 2022, Keychron launched a smaller, 65% version of the Q1, called the Q2. Soo... is the Q2 just a more miniscule younger brother to the Q1? Or something different? Let's find out!
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Комментарии • 570

  • @Keybored
    @Keybored  2 года назад +37

    Keychron let me know that the production assembled kit will be coming with PBT OSA profile Keycaps as shown on their Q2 site! www.keychron.com/products/keychron-q2-qmk-custom-mechanical-keyboard

    • @Atmos312
      @Atmos312 2 года назад +1

      Damn, those keycaps on the Q2 look a lot better than the ones on the Q1 (knob version) that I got the other week. I'm kind of bummed about that.

    • @fudgewaffle4742
      @fudgewaffle4742 2 года назад

      I really want to know what speaker you're using

    • @LordAllenby1917
      @LordAllenby1917 2 года назад

      The painters tape you linked @Keybored is to a plastic/vinyl tape made by 3M for Scotts (ie not the paper based crepe painters tape needed for taping the pcb...)

  • @KeatonisaG
    @KeatonisaG 2 года назад +259

    Keep in mind that the Keychron Q1 - Knob edition has some of the same changes that the Q2 got. Thicker bottom plate and silicon tape for force break. I got one and I was surprised how good it sounds stock.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +35

      Sounds good! Thank you for the info!

    • @mrfranco91
      @mrfranco91 2 года назад +11

      Yes! I got mine a couple weeks ago and I swapped the metal plate for an FR4 and sounds amazing with Bobas U4T and SA keycaps. 👌🏼

    • @babl0u
      @babl0u 2 года назад +1

      @@mrfranco91 I want to do the same build ! What's the son with boba u4t ?

    • @maurizioblotta7189
      @maurizioblotta7189 2 года назад +4

      Agree I got mine the other day all I did was the tape mod and put in some tangies and it’s incredible how good it feels/sounds. Honestly feels like a way more expensive board.

    • @superamario6464
      @superamario6464 2 года назад +2

      @@maurizioblotta7189 what's a tangie?

  • @coleydotmp4
    @coleydotmp4 2 года назад +65

    This is insane value. Keybored, I gotta be honest, you're probably one of my most trusted keeb youtubers. Idk you just seem like you got a good head on your shoulders, like you really know what's actually worth buying. Lots of info, straight to the point.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +12

      Thank you so much coley! I really appreciate that comments, and I'll keep trying to bring as much objective and logical information as possible to this hobby!

  • @milawrine3657
    @milawrine3657 2 года назад +123

    keychron really stepping up their game in the keebs community. this is very exciting because we might see more competitor that is on par or better in the future

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +21

      That's the beauty of competition! Keep pushing each other to do better!

    • @milawrine3657
      @milawrine3657 2 года назад +4

      @@Keybored agreed👍

    • @bootcutbrian
      @bootcutbrian 2 года назад

      im super happy about this as well. also i love the yuji pfp

  • @FitLabb
    @FitLabb 2 года назад +37

    Even though I’m now passed getting a board like this as a keyboard hobbyist, this was a GREAT & thorough review & I’m glad to see there are some very competitive great options at a very reasonable price point for people to buy! I can tell this board hits well above its class, especially when properly modded. 👍

    • @jannclaudebinoya
      @jannclaudebinoya 2 года назад +5

      I see you everywhere man 😂 good to see there are people who are in fitness and keyboard enthusiasts

    • @FitLabb
      @FitLabb 2 года назад +5

      @@jannclaudebinoya Ha! Yeah, fitness is both a lifestyle for me as well as a career that I’m passionate about…but I’ve always been a huge nerd & love this stuff & actually have quite the keyboard collection now. Im also very into building PC’s, gaming (not that I have much time for that these days unfortunately), racing cars, etc…..

    • @Elijah._.7
      @Elijah._.7 2 года назад +2

      Dude I saw your profile picture and for a moment I thought my comments section was bugged out. 😂 Cool to see you here tho.

    • @FitLabb
      @FitLabb 2 года назад +3

      @@Elijah._.7 Yeah, I tend to get that a lot of the time when I leave a comment on keyboard videos… 😂 Just because I’m a fitness channel doesn’t mean I have to stay only in that lane.
      Nice meeting you Elijah, & thanks for that funny comment. Gave me a good laugh to start my day! 👍

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +5

      Thank you so much! Appreciate the comment and the Q2 is definitely a board that hits way above its class... I find myself reaching for this vs some other higher end boards these days... Maybe the color haha

  • @ItsNotFrey
    @ItsNotFrey 2 года назад +8

    big props to keychron for catering to the keyboard enthusiast hobby. id totally love a TKL or FRL version of this tbf.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Yup! I think they're planning on a TKL and a 60%!

    • @z4k1_zaki65
      @z4k1_zaki65 2 года назад +1

      Q3 TKL and Q4 60% are already in testing

    • @ItsNotFrey
      @ItsNotFrey 2 года назад +1

      @@z4k1_zaki65 then i’m hyped.

  • @shaanwalia2984
    @shaanwalia2984 2 года назад +8

    Ayo that sounds amazing, super surprised by how this turned out

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      It really turned out nice! The looks, the feel, the sound, it's become one of my favorite rotations!

  • @chrisdotdash5154
    @chrisdotdash5154 2 года назад +10

    What I really like about your channel and content is how you are so good and precise in terms of modding. It's like you can make any board sound really good.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Haha thank you so much, and I really appreciate that! I probably spend too much time into keyboards

  • @hucahaag5716
    @hucahaag5716 2 года назад +2

    Man your videoquality gets better and better keep it up

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Thank you so much Huca! I appreciate it!

  • @SeraphimKnight
    @SeraphimKnight 2 года назад +5

    Always getting better! Nice going keychron. Once the case ping was remove the Q2 makes for an amazing sounding board. Now if they can tackle 95% again but with hotswap gasket mount I can share in on the fun.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      The Q2 definitely was improved over the q1! Really nice to see progress!

  • @Uryftw
    @Uryftw 2 года назад +2

    Your content is always top notch. Definitely one of my fav channels to watch. Keep up the good work mate!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +2

      I appreciate it mate!

  • @GoatedGang
    @GoatedGang Год назад

    awesome video and build! This is making me want to dive into the custom keyboard rabbit hole so bad

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  Год назад

      Thank you so much! It's definitely an endless rabbit hole but it's been pretty fun and engaging at the same time!

  • @jowsey.mp4
    @jowsey.mp4 2 года назад +58

    I'd argue that this is one of the best value keyboards on the market rn, you are really getting a lot for your money

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +6

      Very true! For the price of some lesser boards, you get something that will rival a $300 board after mods.

    • @solsonjp
      @solsonjp 2 года назад

      It’s definitely good but the shipping also costs 30$ so it’s 189$ barebones where you could get better boards like the ikki68 or the kbd67 lite

    • @balkeep
      @balkeep 2 года назад +1

      @@solsonjp If you like cheap plastic cases, sure thing

    • @solsonjp
      @solsonjp 2 года назад +3

      @@balkeep just saying it really isn’t that budget friendly when you add it all up but what is building a custom without spending a lot of money 😅

    • @balkeep
      @balkeep 2 года назад +2

      @@solsonjp That's true ) I've ordered mine anyway. Let's see how long shipping takes. Blue version with brown switches and knob with delivery went to 206$ for me =P Will see how it works stock.

  • @collinschiebel
    @collinschiebel 2 года назад +2

    While I was watching this I got a DHL notification letting me know my Q1 knob version just got delivered. I’m so excited to open this thing up. It’s my first custom keyboard.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +2

      Congrats on the q1! It's a great board and you'll love it!

  • @pokeandcoke6710
    @pokeandcoke6710 2 года назад +12

    I loved the Q1 and I was amazed by the stock and modded sound of the q2. I myself tho have a bit of a hard time choosing this because of the looks. I am a big fan of how keyboards look and the q2 having knob/key on the top right a bit higher than normal made me question about the board. The colors look beautiful and is very well made although as I am loving the navi blue q2.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +2

      I really love my Q1... It just works so well... No frills about it now. But the Q2... The look and the color! Q1 is more practical, but Q2 makes me smile more lol

  • @RoboKeebo
    @RoboKeebo 2 года назад +2

    Just ordered my black Q2 knob version. I'm so excited after watching this! :)

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      It's a great board even out of the box! You won't be disappointed!

    • @RoboKeebo
      @RoboKeebo 2 года назад +1

      @@Keybored love your videos man, keep up the great content. I followed your Tofu60 mods and I'm gonna use this for my Q2 too haha

  • @coleydotmp4
    @coleydotmp4 2 года назад +14

    Also, Kilmat/Noico is AMAZING and should be more of a mainstream mod than it is. It's so good for eliminating ping/hollowness! And when you buy a little bit of it, you get so much for the money.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      You are very right about that! It's more expensive because it comes in such a big box, but you have enough to last a long long time!

    • @Sola_Scriptura_1.618
      @Sola_Scriptura_1.618 2 года назад

      I looked at the kilmat, looks good, but I decided to try neoprene foam instead. I like the idea of having the ability to have a flat layer of 1/16 foam and then adding a second layer as I go. Thinking I can create a foam channel with the second layer. I probably will be lazy and go with either a single or double layer.

  • @aleclim7676
    @aleclim7676 2 года назад +6

    Insane paper towel mod! I know PE foam isn't that difficult to get a hold of, but dang the paper towel is next level 🤝

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +3

      Haha... I was thinking huh? Paper towel? But the credit goes to my discord member!

    • @matthiasfoo1217
      @matthiasfoo1217 2 года назад

      But PE foam is also anxiety inducing with all the stories about short circuiting😂

  • @docholliday6296
    @docholliday6296 2 года назад +4

    There is more to the q1. The q1 has two types, the regular and ( knob variant). Some people think the q1 is the same as the q1 knob. But different materials and switch types were used between the two. The q1 knob variant using thicker metal and ading steel and changed switches. Also the q1 knob variant doesn't come with the coiled cable. I imagine for the extra cost of said added material compared to the regular q1. The Q2 is basically the q1 knob variant in 65% rather than 75%. Where as the q1 non knob variant is on its own wave length and much more pingy stock until modded.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +2

      Yup! Keychron made updates to the q1 with the knob variant they told me. Thicker lower case, thr silicone dampener a between cases (their own take on my "force break" I guess haha)

  • @ellieandpennie2290
    @ellieandpennie2290 Год назад

    I followed your mod procedures almost exactly. . .except I used PE foam and Gateron Milky Cap V2 switches. The build turned out brilliant! Thanks for the solid information.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  Год назад

      Glad I could be helpful!

  • @copperhead228
    @copperhead228 2 года назад +3

    That looks and sounds great honestly for a stock keyboard.
    But the mods you did plus using GMK Hammerhead with the blue case matched so well and was just beautiful.

  • @icey_keebs1837
    @icey_keebs1837 2 года назад +4

    And you nailed an other amazing review!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +2

      Thanks icey! It was a good board to tinker with, just so easy and the end result was what I wanted!

  • @hugeta3769
    @hugeta3769 2 года назад +2

    Awesome review as always!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Thank you so much! I always appreciate the support!

  • @dylan_co1683
    @dylan_co1683 2 года назад +1

    I was ready to buy the GMMK Pro tomorrow (my first mkb), but I was still on the fence because I figured there weren't a lot of changes with the Q1 and Q2 and that they only added the knob. Tbh, I could look past the no flexing and broken gaskets on the GMMK Pro since I was more focused on the sound (which could easily be fixed with the pe foam mod), but your video was super informative, it made me see how much more fun and customizable Keychron was. Tl;dr I think I'm going to hold out and wait for the Q1 knob to restock if it's anything like this updated Q2. Thanks for helping me decide!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      You're absolutely welcome! The keychron are the better option for sure! You won't regret the choice!

    • @dylan_co1683
      @dylan_co1683 2 года назад

      @@Keybored Are you going to do a Q1 review as well? I'm really excited and hoping that most, if not all of the improvements from the Q2 will be applied on the Q1 too.

    • @Agentfirestarter
      @Agentfirestarter 2 года назад

      Did you end up liking the q1 knob version?

    • @dylan_co1683
      @dylan_co1683 2 года назад +1

      @@Agentfirestarter I got a completely different board. The Akko PC75B+ had a good sale price so I couldn't pass it up. It ended up being the most affordable against Keychron and GMMK too. Except being QMK and Via compatible, and having lighter plastic parts, all the features I wanted were the same. An exploded 75% layout, knob, and having a Mac-specific function so no need to remap keys. The north leds don't bother me since I use transparent keycaps. I have yet to do any mods except have lubed switches (which already came with the full kit) because I don't want to void the 1-year warranty. I don't mind though because it sounds fine out of the box. Now I'm just looking to get better switches because the speed silvers (linear) feel too light. I really want to try tactiles.

  • @ricecloud
    @ricecloud 2 года назад +1

    The quality of this video is just amazing! Such a detailed and neat review! Thank you so much. I hope they will release a white Q2 version with knob.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      That would be great! A white with a gold knob!

  • @zyidas4116
    @zyidas4116 2 года назад

    Loving the Video and Sounds Amazing! Keep up the Good work!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much! I appreciate the support!

  • @yiutiybiebuhyj
    @yiutiybiebuhyj 2 года назад +2

    Awesome board! Stock still sounds pretty good

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Completely usable out of the box. I'd do the bare bones and throw in some nice Keycaps and switches and you're golden!

  • @fish_h
    @fish_h 2 года назад

    I love the SMACK of that space bar on the stock config. Great video!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Butyl dampener inside haha

  • @W1th3rrose
    @W1th3rrose Год назад

    This man is better than literally every other keyboard channel. His keyboards actually sound good

  • @krushq
    @krushq 2 года назад +1

    Awesome Vid Man!!! Planing to get one for myself

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      You wouldn't be disappointed!

    • @krushq
      @krushq 2 года назад

      Is there any Kilmat alternatives??

  • @tomgarcia9200
    @tomgarcia9200 2 года назад +2

    youre supposed to roll the kilmat on with a roller onto the case itself so it adheres and eliminates resonance. If you want even more resonance elimination, I recommend Dynamat. It is much more dense and of equal thickness. Tricks from the car audio industry

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Thanks for the advice! I initially looked at Dynamat (also from previous car days) but Dynamat is so expensive! haha, probably you get what you pay for tho.

  • @jaybarbar2358
    @jaybarbar2358 2 года назад

    I just ordered mine today. I personally think this will be the board for me. I will be putting in Holy Panda Xs and most likely keeping the new caps they will come with. I’m stoked for this one and if it’s as good as I hope, I will be getting one as a retirement gift for my boss that I will be customizing as well. Once again, another great video.

  • @Dazdigo
    @Dazdigo 2 года назад +3

    The plastic sheet is likely to prevent the motherboard from shorting out on the case when it is being pressed down.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +3

      Yup! That's what Keychron told me today haha

    • @MyOpinyin
      @MyOpinyin 2 года назад

      how does that occur? the electricity jumps from the PCB and then goes to the metal of the case, which then causes that? this reminds me of my friend saying he's scared to add dampening to keyboards, because it could be a fire hazard. is that a valid worry or is that only for some keyboards?

  • @bendao8909
    @bendao8909 2 года назад +8

    Great sounding board!
    Interestingly in BadSeedTech's review his board came with preinstalled force break mod and had a lot less ping stock. I'm curious to see if the preinstalled force break mod is standard.
    Great to see Keychron improving their products so quickly

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +2

      That is really odd! I'll have to check it out and see why mine didn't haha... Did he also get the knob version?

    • @rurouni572
      @rurouni572 2 года назад +1

      @@Keybored his is the knob version. It's weird, but in your vid, when you go over the top case, you can see the cutouts for where the force break mod silicone pads should go, but I guess they forgot to install them on your review unit?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +4

      @@rurouni572 You know what... I see it in all the other reviewer's units... I think they just forgot on mine! Also, I think most others have a black one... Mine is blue too haha. But I like this blue one so I'm good!

    • @CheswickFS
      @CheswickFS 2 года назад

      @@Keybored Damn I watched ur review but didnt saw that there where no silicon pads installed bust be one of the pre production units Keychron used for testing, I will pass this but this isnt like it should be sorry for that

  • @BokehhBob
    @BokehhBob 2 года назад +3

    You should try the Q1 Knob version, it is updated and the same as the Q2.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      I've heard that as well! Well, glad to see Keychron making some progress!

  • @melkerll
    @melkerll 2 года назад +3

    It's an interesting board, might look into this as a working board

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      I've been using this for a good full week now and it's a good board just overall. I'm not disappointed :)

  • @Lindi-
    @Lindi- 2 года назад

    bro it sound so clean, I want this.
    Btw great review

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much cloudie! It's a great keyboard... just overall package

  • @mrfranco91
    @mrfranco91 2 года назад +1

    Awesome review! Definitely the Kilmat mod helps a lot with the ping.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      The Kilmat and other butyl dampeners do amazing things to metal!

    • @JRKicks856
      @JRKicks856 2 года назад

      @@Keybored think noico 80mil would do just fine?

    • @htxbrute
      @htxbrute 2 года назад

      @@JRKicks856 Tried Noico 80mil and you lose a lot of flex. Ended up removing it. I am not really keen on paying for 25sqft of 50mil Kilmat for one keyboard.

  • @Viqsyy
    @Viqsyy 2 года назад +1

    Which plate you think would give the deepest sound?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Probably the PC usually. Alu is a good middle ground as well!

  • @yoshi555king
    @yoshi555king Год назад

    I use the Q2 stock atm with Akko CS Sponge switches. I love it but I messed the backspace stab up while switching keycaps so your mods+review really helps me to get the damage fixed and mod it while I'm fixing it up also (I run a Polyfillmod Akko 3061S with Akko CS Jelly pink switches and Cherry MX Silent Black for Spacebar. Lubing the Pink switches are also on the To do list).

  • @MrRuufs
    @MrRuufs 2 года назад

    ooooh i just did all the mods, less the stabs, and used different foam. I love this keyboard even more now.

  • @dr.chimpanz.1324
    @dr.chimpanz.1324 2 года назад +1

    Love the review and I have the keychron q1 but this video showed up when I looked up swedish pancakes recipe and I don to know why

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Haha that's hilarious!

  • @ballet_belly
    @ballet_belly 2 года назад

    This is the most beautiful keyboard I’ve seen on youtube so far.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much Esther! I really love how this color combination worked out :)

  • @JRKicks856
    @JRKicks856 2 года назад +2

    The owl stabs, do they stand up to the durock v2 stabs after holee modding? for a beginner in the scene would you recommend these over durock v2 because you just have to lube them?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      The owl stabs actually feel like durock V2 holee modded. It doesn't reinvent the wheel or blow your mind away, but a lubed owl stab feels like a holee modded durock V2!

  • @linuxinstalled
    @linuxinstalled 2 года назад

    Video: "This is Scott"
    In an AA group voice: "Hi Scott"

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Haha, Hilarious!

  • @FearlessP4P1
    @FearlessP4P1 2 года назад +1

    Hey, Keybored! I was wondering if you had a video where you discus which product or technique is best for each mod? For example which material is best for dampening. If not I would love if you covered that subject. I love your analytical mindset.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +3

      Thank you for the suggestion! I've thought about doing something like that but I was just waaay too lazy haha. I should just stop being lazy and do it this year lol

  • @1leggeddog
    @1leggeddog 2 года назад +2

    I've got a Keychron K2A3 and its layout is the bare minimum i can go.
    I do need my ESC, end/home, delete, print screen and function keys for my daily/gaming use

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      I think the q1 would be a better choice for you!

  • @justinlinn1810
    @justinlinn1810 2 года назад +1

    So I want to get some Owl Stabs for my Q2 but when reading the website I didnt understand the different between 100% and 80% configurations. I saw you had the 100% in the video so that is what I ordered. Is that correct and do you mind explaining the difference?
    Thanks in advance, looks like you are really good at replying.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +2

      Oh it's a bit confusing but it's actually simple lol. 100% means enough stabs for a 100% keyboard. 80% is enough for a tkl

  • @mda187
    @mda187 2 года назад +2

    Weird that you had to do the break mod. I've seen other reviews of this board over the past day and they had gaskets added already where those cutouts on the frame were so they didn't have to do it. Did they forgot to add the gaskets there for yours?

    • @z4k1_zaki65
      @z4k1_zaki65 2 года назад

      Someone else did ask about it. He did confirmed that his review sample didn’t have it but everyone else had it installed. Maybe due to the rush they missed this one out

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Yeah I think they straight missed it on mine haha... Or they thought...thisnis the guy that did this mod on the Q1... He don't need it installed haha

  • @tqracing
    @tqracing 2 года назад +1

    Nice review!
    How thick can the dampening material at the bottom be, before hurting the flex of the board?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Very thin lol. Like 1mm max I would say

    • @tqracing
      @tqracing 2 года назад

      @@Keybored Thanks! Wow, didn't expect it to be that thin. Good to know as I've just ordered the Q2 and I'm considering either putting bitumen or silicone in there.

  • @mintjellyfish7989
    @mintjellyfish7989 2 года назад +1

    what a nice keyboard! definitely got to get on it

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      The Q2 is really nice... I been comparing it to my D65... Not sure if I'd buy it again vs the q2

  • @gamerking64
    @gamerking64 2 года назад

    Best Q2 review till now!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

  • @yuel
    @yuel 2 года назад

    Great vid as always, might have to pick one up

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      You wouldn't be disappointed!

  • @DanmTheSystem
    @DanmTheSystem 2 года назад +1

    0:07 that pinch grip. Do you rock climb? Honestly would be scared to drop the keyboard, and I'm surprised you didn't!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Haha, I don't but I should. Probably just picking up too many keyboards like that and also just pulling switches, caps, etc. builds finger strength haha

  • @optie5
    @optie5 2 года назад +1

    Keychron is for sure the best keyboard manufacturing company

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      They are definitely doing a great job with the q series!

  • @mohamedelgharbawy
    @mohamedelgharbawy 2 года назад +2

    Would you say the owl stabs were a significant upgrade over the stock stabs? If so, did you have to lube and tune them?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Yup! The owl stabs were definitely an upgrade. Just lube was adequate!

    • @avuci
      @avuci 2 года назад

      @@Keybored you think the owl stabs would be good enough until I can grab some staebies? Those are my ultimate goal.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      @@avuci for sure

    • @avuci
      @avuci 2 года назад

      @@Keybored nice. Just picked some up thanks

  • @1234JLPRO
    @1234JLPRO 2 года назад

    Omg that keycap set looks so nice what r they?

  • @sunraiii
    @sunraiii Год назад

    Hey! Great video on all the mods you did on it. May I ask if the difference in flex after applying the 1.3 mm kilmat is noticeable? I can only get my hands on 1.7 mm kilmat, which is why I am afraid that it will affect the flex majorly.

  • @trashgarb
    @trashgarb 2 года назад

    Great review, Keybored!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Thank you Jay! Thanks for the support!

  • @thestreamreader
    @thestreamreader 2 года назад +1

    Does it make a difference in the sound if you flip the kilmat a different way but protect it with the tape mod.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      It wouldn't unless you actually adhere to the case like I did with the q1. Then it would actually dampen the case even better! But use tape mod then to keep the pcb from touching aluminum!

  • @the.alexkim
    @the.alexkim 2 года назад +1

    I wish they used a more standard plate material like aluminum and also I wish they had more plate options, this board with the bakenko 65 is going to be awesome

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Yeah the steel plate was an interesting option... I wonder what the major motivation in that was, since q1 comes with aluminum

    • @z4k1_zaki65
      @z4k1_zaki65 2 года назад +1

      Helps with the ping and reverb. But they also sell additional plates like brass, pc and fr4 too

  • @kayashkel3862
    @kayashkel3862 2 года назад

    Hell yea Keychron again! Company is for the people, I swear!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Really good to see all this activity coming from a major manufacturer!

  • @x_4770
    @x_4770 2 года назад +2

    Gonna try rolling the killmat in my q1 now, hopefully I can get a bit more flex out of it

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Yup! It'll make it thinner and also bigger, so prepare to trim it a bit after rolling!

  • @JRKicks856
    @JRKicks856 2 года назад

    Which do you think the fr4, PC, aluminum, brass or the steel plate they include will have the best typing feel to it? appreciate your responses and keep up the great videos!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      If you're strictly looking for feel (I assume a softer feel), go with the PC. That will provide you the softest typing. PC - FR4 - Aluminum - Brass - Steel is usually how it goes from a stiffness perspective!

  • @sigibergmann9356
    @sigibergmann9356 2 года назад

    did you only use the paper towel between psb and switches or did you leave the plate foam in it as well? ordered a q2 yesterday and getting really hyped on modding it!

  • @ThomasjConnelly
    @ThomasjConnelly Год назад

    For the papertowl mod, do yiu poke holes before installing the switches or do you juat use the switch to poke holes?

  • @michaelh8847
    @michaelh8847 2 года назад

    Hi Scott, sick vid! :)

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Thank you Michael!

  • @julrdb
    @julrdb 2 года назад

    Hey man great video. I got the black knobbed Q2. Question, do you use XLR with audio interface on your MV7? Typing tests sound really clear and crispy!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      I use the USB! I was too lazy to go with the full XLR setup haha...

    • @julrdb
      @julrdb 2 года назад

      @@Keybored this is still very helpful my friend! It’s “shure” is still very impressive!

  • @neoxyl4036
    @neoxyl4036 2 года назад +1

    Do you feel like the upcoming Q3 might be better than Freebird TKL?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +2

      Given how the q1 and Q2 are, it'll be a banger also! But the gummy mount in the freebird tkl makes a very unique sound. From a sound quality perspective, I'm sure they'll be on par, but a different sound. Like a great guitar vs a great violin...

  • @johnstcn
    @johnstcn 2 года назад

    "Way above its weight class", he said, his fingers white and shaking with the strain of holding up that massive unit

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Haha it's a heavy board! Lol

  • @eddiezhao6024
    @eddiezhao6024 2 года назад

    Hey, was just wondering if you screwed in the standoffs. Just got mine today after hearing your sound test and excited to build!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Yup! I did end up using all the stand offs for this build!

  • @LordAllenby1917
    @LordAllenby1917 2 года назад

    The painters tape you linked @Keybored is to a plastic/vinyl tape made by 3M for Scotts (ie not the paper based crepe painters tape needed for taping the pcb...)

  • @ruthless_hendricks5561
    @ruthless_hendricks5561 2 года назад +2

    For a budget of 200 what keyboards are good for best sound, besides this one? I’m looking for options

    • @ruthless_hendricks5561
      @ruthless_hendricks5561 2 года назад

      @@lilililiililliil7277 thank you very much! I’ll look into them

    • @tomas8742
      @tomas8742 2 года назад

      ikki68 and bakeneko65 also worth looking at

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Check out the Bakenekos! The 60 and 65 are both great boards, especially considering their price. You can also check out the KBD67 LITE, which is also a great board for the price! If you want to go down the modding path, you can also try out the TOFU65 with the o-ring or spring mount as well

    • @ruthless_hendricks5561
      @ruthless_hendricks5561 2 года назад

      @@Keybored thanks so much! Love you Chanel and reviews!

  • @matasa7463
    @matasa7463 2 года назад

    Yo this solid, what a board! This hobby is going place, alright!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      For sure! I mean just the evolution from q1 to Q2... It's in the right direction

  • @JRKicks856
    @JRKicks856 2 года назад

    for someones first keyboard into the custom mechanical keyboard hobby, would you recommend the freebird tkl or the keychron q1/q2? thanks for your input, trying to decide before the freebird tkl GB ends in two days.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      The Q1 or Q2 if you want more features and a more traditional sound and feel! The FB TKL if you want that vibrant and resonant sound, so depending on your priority!

    • @JRKicks856
      @JRKicks856 2 года назад

      @@Keybored was also considering the new ink blacks based on your recent video on them, do you think they would do better in one board over the other?

  • @raytsh
    @raytsh 2 года назад

    Has the Q1 V2 been released already when this video was published? The Q1 V2 addresses every issue mentioned and has the same features as the Q1.

  • @Potato-bs2lz
    @Potato-bs2lz 2 года назад

    do you think that noico 80 mil would work if you rolled it out like the kilmat? I cant seem to find any kilmat 50 mil in stock rn and noico is cheaper. thanks

  • @sergeskubenich7732
    @sergeskubenich7732 2 года назад

    I got a q1 knob version.. kind of thinking to get q2 as well. Why? idk... would be nice to see both of these versions in wireless. also low key excited about their Q0 release coming up sometime in April. Good review my guy.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Thank you Serge! I didn't know about the Q0! I need to look it up now haha

  • @yang4325
    @yang4325 Год назад

    What do you think about KBDfans tofu65 and Keychorn Q2 , which is better?

  • @lui-d
    @lui-d 2 года назад +1

    Loved the video! How does this stack up to the kbd 67 lite?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +3

      Overall, I feel that both the Q1 and Q2 are a notch above the KBD67 Lite. The price points are bit higher, but you do get more!

  • @johnso2807
    @johnso2807 Год назад

    Are the 10:06 Owllabs stabilizers that big of a difference compared to the the default Q2 stabilizers?

  • @mingez
    @mingez 2 года назад

    Am I crazy or is the paper towel between the PCB and the switch? How does it still actuate if it’s not making contact?

  • @smoaf2010
    @smoaf2010 2 года назад +1

    seems like keychron nailed it on this one, cool

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      They sure did! It's actually a better execution than the original Q1!

  • @token112
    @token112 2 года назад

    In your opinion do you think there is a way to make your Q2 sound like your QK65?

  • @DiegoCamarero
    @DiegoCamarero 2 года назад

    Great review? What's your wrist rest? Looks nice

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      It's the Keychron Wrist Rest

  • @looserllama1064
    @looserllama1064 2 года назад

    Did you just press the switches down through the paper towel or did you end up cutting out the little holes?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Press down through

  • @SLiX-thatguy11m-
    @SLiX-thatguy11m- 2 года назад

    How easy it is to find replacement knobs? Like a polished aluminum version for example.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      I hope keychron offers more options in the future, the knob stem is standard, but the knob size is a bit skinnier than some others... I wonder if there are some other vendors that sell compatible

    • @SLiX-thatguy11m-
      @SLiX-thatguy11m- 2 года назад

      @@Keybored I guess a point of comparison would be against the GMMK Pro? Seems a lot of people have found it easy to replace those, so if the GMMK Pro knob fits, I guess most customs would fit.

  • @sigibergmann9356
    @sigibergmann9356 2 года назад

    Did your stock version have the white and grey keycaps at 3:24? On the website there are different, rounder ones right now... also what does the Iso version do if its not with keycaps?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Nope the Keycaps are from the q1! Used the same one for comparison

  • @drumdover
    @drumdover 2 года назад +1

    Do you happen to know why they increased the typing angle on the Q2? From the Keychron site, the Q2 is at 6.5° vs the Q1 at 5.2°.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      I did notice that too. It's slightly more aggressive vs the Q1. I wonder if they ended up adding more material to the lower case to make it thicker, especially towards the back

    • @drumdover
      @drumdover 2 года назад +1

      @@Keybored yeah that could be. In your opinion, do you think the Q2 is worth buying if I already own a KBD67 lite r3? Btw, I followed your video to get my lite sounding really nice, including the silicon pour, thank you!

  • @willianyu2227
    @willianyu2227 2 года назад

    Nice video! What do you think about tape mod? Is it safe or risky?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      I think the tape mod is pretty low risk!

  • @brandonlee3330
    @brandonlee3330 2 года назад +1

    How would you compare the typing feel and sound of this to the bakeneko?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      Bakeneko has a different kind of sound and feel due to the gummy o-ring mount. I would say that the gummy mount keyboards are more resonant (in a good way) and really creates a unique sound profile. In terms of feel, the gummy ring also has a more lively response. The Q2 feels like a well done gasket mount with a good soft typing feel and nice dampening/bounce. So they're both great, just in different ways!

  • @JRKicks856
    @JRKicks856 2 года назад

    Would you recommend buying barebones kit and spending the $20 on stabs/switches/ key caps. Or think it’s worth to buy the fully assembled. The black knob fully assembled with red switches just came into stock.

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      The stabs and switches are not bad at all. The caps are supposedly the thick pbt OSA ones so should also be good!

  • @umpus
    @umpus 2 года назад

    When you say nothing works for the 2 keys (del & page up) what do you mean? Other keycaps don't fit or it doesn't look right?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      My Keycaps sets don't have the right keys due to the 2 switches being on odd row placements. Hence why mine looks like that

    • @umpus
      @umpus 2 года назад

      @@Keybored I can't see anything wrong with it Scott.

  • @Duzgun1990
    @Duzgun1990 2 года назад +1

    i think on your Q2 there is something missing. Watch "BadSeed Tech" video of the Q2. On min 2:10 u can see rubber between the case

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Yup mine is missing that for some reason...

  • @Leon_._smd
    @Leon_._smd 2 года назад

    I recently bought a coiled cable that has a USB 2.0 connection.
    Somehow it doesn't seem to work with my Keychron Q2. When typing it often happens that a letter appears like this "ffffffffffffffff" and while this happens the Q2 does not recognize any other key input.
    Is it maybe because the Keychron needs to be powered by a USB 3.0 cable?

  • @CThienV
    @CThienV Год назад

    I would really like to see the q6 pro with banana switches review from the perspective of a non-modder enthusiast.
    I hope its great out of the box cos its expensive in australia!

  • @JRKicks856
    @JRKicks856 2 года назад

    Did you film and lube your gateron box ink black switches for this build?

    • @JRKicks856
      @JRKicks856 2 года назад

      also wondering if 80mil kilmat or noico will work just the same as the 50mil?

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      I sure did! But I don't think filming is actually necessary for it. I would just lube and skip the film!

  • @sanguinary6247
    @sanguinary6247 2 года назад

    Hey Keybored do you by any chance know what the typing angle of the mod 003? Love your vids keep up the amazing work!!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад +1

      I'm not quite too sure, and it doesn't seem to be on the website either... However, it's not very aggressive, so I would assume it to be around 5-6 degrees

  • @IronCan88
    @IronCan88 2 года назад +1

    Correction: that's Cap v2 Gold,not yellow :). Scott, great job as usual. Thank you for all you do!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Thank you for the correction!

  • @harakim4709
    @harakim4709 2 года назад

    Really digging that navy blue!

    • @Keybored
      @Keybored  2 года назад

      Thank you! Its a great color!