Introducing the RK Royal Kludge R65, a 60% Gasket Mount Mechanical Keyboard designed for gamers and typing enthusiasts who demand performance and style. This compact keyboard features an innovative gasket structure that incorporates five layers of sound-absorbing materials, including poron cotton, to minimize noise and vibrations, ensuring an optimized sound profile and a premium typing experience.
Equipped with a high-quality CNC aluminum volume knob, the R65 allows for effortless volume control with a simple rotation. The knob also serves as a power switch for added convenience. With three intuitive indicator lights positioned next to the arrow keys, you can easily monitor your keyboard’s status at a glance.
Experience the joy of customization with the R65’s hot-swappable design and pre-lubed cream switches. These linear switches not only deliver a creamy acoustic experience but also offer an exceptionally smooth keystroke feel, making every press enjoyable. Compatible with both 3-pin and 5-pin switches, this keyboard allows you to tailor your setup for your unique preferences.
Transform your gaming and typing experience with dynamic RGB backlighting that boasts over 20 built-in modes. From vibrant, full-color animations to monochrome effects, the options are limitless, and you can customize them further through the accompanying software. The R65 also supports QMK/VIA programming, so you can redefine key functions to boost your productivity and gameplay.
Durability meets elegance with MDA profile PBT keycaps constructed using double-shot technology. Providing a matte finish, these keycaps are resistant to fading, ensuring a longer lifespan without compromising visual appeal. The RK Royal Kludge R65 is compatible with both Windows and macOS, making it the perfect companion for all your devices.
With dimensions of 12.6 x 4.6 x 1.6 inches and a weight of 1.41 pounds, this sleek and lightweight keyboard is easy to transport while not taking up too much desk space. Designed to elevate your gaming and typing experience, the RK Royal Kludge R65 is the ultimate compact keyboard for those who seek quality, style, and performance all in one.
Varun Manikanta –
打鍵音が良くライティングも綺麗で種類が豊富です
Mk –
For the price this is one of the best keyboards I’ve owned. Has some premium cream switches in it. The sound is amazing all in all great product.
Gus –
I am not using this entirely stock, I added the wood grain key caps. However, this is a lovely keyboard out of the box. This is my first RK keyboard and I couldn’t be happier with the size and quality of the product. My fav feature is the cream switches, they are very smooth and sound lovely.
I highly recommend this board.
Joshua D –
Absolutely love this keyboard. Purchased this one for my first gaming PC and could not be happier. I wanted something that was sleek and matched the walnut finish of my PC case and desk and this color looks great. I also needed something that sounded smooth and wasn’t too loud and this meets those needs perfectly.
The only issue I have with it is that the customization of the RGB lights within the keyboard can be kind of a hassle. I had to do it through the VIA website, but once I found VIA it was very easy to change the lighting to my liking.
Bradley Richardson –
Overall this keyboard is very fun to type with. I’ve been realizing I am much more happier doing my work on my computer now than i was with my other keyboard. This one feels great, the switches are smooth, lubed, and actually so satisfying to type on.
Why I am ditching my $300 dollar razer keyboard for this one: You do NOT need to download a software just for the RGB functions to work like my other keyboard. I need all the processing power I can get whenever I am either gaming/making music, or coding, and using razer’s software was making it nearly impossible for me to really enjoy my gaming experience with their products.
Overall, with the fact that I don’t need to download any additional software and just plug the keyboard in, geek out over the sound whenever I type, and just be overall happy about the feel and responsiveness of the keyboard while gaming.
I believe if you haven’t had the best experience with major brand keyboards like I have, I would most definitely pull the trigger on this one and give it a shot, you can always return it, but I promise you, you won’t.
Cameron –
El teclado esta bien siento que es uno de los mejores que he probado pero el precio que me costo que fue 1500 pesos mexicanos que son aproximadamente 80 dólares siento que le falta modos de iluminaciones buenos y aparate si buscas un software en este teclado no tiene y el teclado como es puro plástico siento que con fuerza lo partes en dos pero si buscas un teclado con buen sonido y un diseño llamativo y buenos switches este puede ser una opción
M –
A great 60% keyboard, been using only for 2 weeks so I can’t comment on longevity but so far so good. I code, send emails, write up reports, and do some fiction writing. Features:
* Portable
* Color coding on marginal keys (esc, enter, space, arrows) in stylish minimalist colors
* Physical volume control
* Wired so no need to charge (no bluetooth mode FYI).
* Mac and PC modes, toggling between them is easy, and for my mac it’ s been seamless.
* I love the feel and sound of the keys, though the clacking would be too loud to use in the same room as someone sleeping. But in general, a very satisfying typing experience. I’m pumped to use it.
* It can be used flat, or tilted up at two different angles.
If you’re ok with a 60% (no function key row, no alphanum) wired keyboard, this is a solid choice.
Only downside: every time I plug it in my mac no longer recognizes the keyboard so I need to pair it again. However it takes 2 seconds so it’s not a big deal. Overall I’m really happy with this one.
Mk –
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The best keyboard, I would definitely recommend this keyboard to who are a keyboard nerd and enthusiasts like me I have purchased many keyboards but never felt so clean satisfying if you have a Budget around 5 to6k I would recommend you to buy this keyboard for gaming typing. I personally prefer 60% I really enjoy using this one only down fall is the software.
M.H –
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This is my first mechanical keyboard, and I am blown away by it! The sound of the keys is incredibly satisfying and creamy. The keyboard feels very sturdy and is well-constructed, which gives me confidence in its durability. I absolutely love the volume knob and the customizable backlight settings, which add a nice touch to the overall experience. To top it off, I got it at a discount, which makes this purchase even better. Overall, I am very happy with my new keyboard.
Gus –
The keyboard sounds amazing and feels durable and the look is good and is very comfortable to type on
MusicoMan –
I like RK’s keyboards, at the price point I can keep one in the office and I’m not worried about an expensive custom keyboard being unattended 14 hours a day when I’m not there.
This is very compact, and may not be what you need if you use function keys, the 10 key, or other extra keys. It does, however, have a volume knob which I find essential for use with zoom meetings and occasional CBTs to quickly adjust the volume (or mute) without reaching up or some strange function key wigglery.
This keyboard, to the average user, feels premium. I have actual premium keyboards, and this is very comfortable for me. The switches are responsive, again to the average keyboard user (YMMV if you’re a switch snob like I am), and the keycaps have a pleasant texture. The MDA keycap profile is spot on, and they are double-shot. They are not shine through, but the backlighting (I keep it mono-chromatic, RGB is not my thing) is effective to accent the keys if you’re not a touch typist.
The cream switches are very nice, again at this price point, and I didn’t feel compelled to change the switches (and I didn’t). I like the sound, but that’s preference, and if you’re into keyboard sounds I think these are a real cut above the average keyboard.
All in all, I think this is an excellent keyboard at the price point, and better than the other 60% models I’ve tried around this price. 5/5!
Bradley Richardson –
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The feeling overall is great. It’s got a creaminess to it and feels great to type on.
Pros:
– Compact size and layout if that’s what you want.
– Reasonably priced
– Overall well designed and built, but could be sturdier.
– It functions how I want it to and as was expected. There is software but it’s not healerly needed in my opinion
Cons:
– Wired only and no option for wireless.
– The keycaps are not translucent so the RGB doesn’t fully come through.
– It can at times feel a little flimsy. Not a problem overall though.
Conclusion:
The creamy switches and overall build give for a great typing experience that I recommend. I enjoy using this and while I’m an enthusiast of mechanical keyboards, I do tend to keep coming back to this one for some reason more often. It is hot swappable but I have not found a better switch that I prefer in it yet.
Note: The photo and video I posted is of mine which is modified with custom keycaps and does not come standard with it.
Varun Manikanta –
I bought this for my son, he loves it and like the sounds of the keyboard clicking