Side by Side Comparison of: Azio vs Rosewill

This was more then I expected, Khalil blue keys are great, while many argue "cheap", there is no proof to this. The truth is there the same as cherry mx blue switches just made by another company, and there great. The click made by these keys is very satisfying.The RBG:The colors are great, many options available to satisfy. There bright, with many brightness settings, the colors are vibrant and pop. Every bit as good as a high end keyboard.Wrist rest:While I would have preferred a cushioned rest, the UV coated one provided gets the job done, not only is it detachable, but it is actually comfortable. I also found it to be solid as well, snaps on to the back side of keyboard and stays.Wire:Very impressed, for the price I expected a thin string of a cord, but that is not the case, in fact it's a very think and braided cord, about as thick as an hdmi cord is. Very nice.Keycaps:There cheap caps, but they do feel nice and get the job done. This is probably one of the biggest price cuts done here. There basically clear plastic with black paint on top, common among low end keyboards, they will fade given a year of use or so. If so inclined, you can but nicer caps.Board:This is probably my favorite part of this keyboard. It's a very nice brushed aluminum in gunmetal color. Not only does it look great but it gives it a feel and esthetic of a much more expensive keyboard. There is also feet on bottom to incline if you prefer.Switches:As stated above already this board uses Khalil blue switches, they use same materials and manufacturing processes to produce as a cherry mx blue switch, with no noticeable difference. They have a nice audible click and are very responsive, many have complained larger keys like "shift" make a different sound then smaller keys, but this is not my experience. Overall they are nice, there cheaper to make without any noticeable reduction in quality.Packaging:Includes the following:KeyboardWrist restRed plastic key pullerManualFeedback/Contact us noteThe packaging is great, felt very premium, keyboard is presented upfront with accessories below. There is heavy foam on either side, as well as a plastic sleeve for both keyboard and rest. Manual is simple and easy to read, but isn't really needed as keyboard is simple to operate and customize.Software:None needed, unlike other brands who need software that is confusing and slow to customize their boards, this one needs none. All modes are accessible with the function button, including a custom mode, which allows you to set each key to desired color.Shortcut keys:There are a few shortcut keys, such as calculator, search, music and email, as well as a few others. There are media controls, a mute key and a rubberized, gripped volume wheel very similar to corsairs k70. All very nice inclusions, all keyboards should have.USB?Unfortunately no, as some include USB and even headphone ports, there are no ports available anywhere on this keyboard. Not too much of a fuss for me, but some may be upset.Plug and play:This is simple to use, just plug in and start typing. Some keyboards require two USB 2.0 ports or a single 3.0 ports to power led's. But this does not require a USB 3.0 to work and only needs one 2.0.Complaints:Only real one for me in the rest, which I would have liked to be padded.Things for you to consider before buying:Keys are loud, wouldn't recommend for office or other public setting, they can easily annoy others.Rest isn't padded but still comfortable.Key caps are cheaper, if you want nicer ones or plan to get this board and buy replacement, it might be better to just buy a higher end board with better caps already installed.Price, this board can usually be found for under $100 for the rgb model.Both the RGB model and the base mkg model use blue switches, which are loud. However the non RGB mkg-1 uses brown switches, which are a bit quieter and have a tactile feel to the keys, not sure why this is, just something to consider.This is a great board, have had no issues with it and it is of much better quality then expected. Highly recommended for someone on a budget who still wants a good quality board that will look great and performs for many years to come.

I absolutely love this keyboard. This is my first mechanical keyboard and after testing some at fry's (including this one - which they had for almost $120 - the price of the RGB model on amazon) I fell in love with the MX Blue Feel. I was not willing to pay corsair prices, and quite honestly, I dislike corsair's overrated products anyways. In testing between the two, I notice no difference and actually preferred the Azio.The red on the sides of the keyboard did not bother me at all.The only complaint I have, is there should be a way to switch from F keys to Multimedia keys. I cannot find ANYWHERE that enables this. Aside from that, the keyboard is amazing. I will update as time goes on to see how it holds up. I expect no issues though.A little bit of advice: canned air and alcohol go a long way to maintain your equipment. Sanitize your hands and wash them as well. Don't be a dirty dorito clicker who complains about failed equipment when you can't even keep your work space uncluttered or your hands clean.

This was exactly what I wanted-- white backlight, black metal, wrist rest and simple design. I was skeptical about Kailh keys instead of Cherry, but having typed on this for months and trying out a friend's Cherry Browns, I can hardly notice a difference.Some people have noted a squeaky spacebar, but I haven't had this problem. The shift keys were difficult to press with my pinkies when typing quickly, but you get used to it pretty quickly and they do get broken in.Additionally, I had a wire-break problem with the keyboard, where lights and keys would not function for short periods. I emailed Azio, got a same-day response, filled out a form and they shipped me a replacement, then paid for shipping my old one back to them.If you like the look and want Brown keys, go for it. I have never had customer support bend over backwards for me like this before. If you have a room-mate you might drive them crazy with the clacking, but it's sheer typing nirvana.

I just love it. Was looking for a mechanical, blue switch keyboard for a long time. From the Aula Wings of Liberty to the usual Corsair K70, and everything else in between. I believe that this is the "in between". Sure, it's Kail Blue, not Cherry MX Blue, but feels and sounds just the same with the clicky/clacky feeling with each and every type. Went out of the box, and plugged into the USB without problems. I did find it odd, that the keyboard with the "T" and the "Y" key caps reversed. Whatever, as it gave me an excuse to use the key cap puller to swap them around to the appropriate spots. Lights up pretty well. At highest brightness, it's not too bright to become a distraction. Loving the volume wheel. Feels that it hides, as it's low compared to the keys, but at least it's there, so I wont complain about that. Did notice that something is loose and flailing around inside the keyboard when I pick it up and shake it alittle. Doesn't seem to affect the functionality, as everything still works. I don't feel it's THAT necessary to take it apart to find out what the loose item is, as the keyboard is working, and I don't move the keyboard atlot. Speaking of which, the rubber feet keeps the keyboard form skidding around. Even with the extended feet being all plastic, still doesn't move around. For the mid tier price of under $70, I will be purchasing another one for work. No way I'm going back to rubber domed keyboards. Just feels 'mushy'.

I'm typing this review from the aforementioned keyboard. The keys are great, the actuation points are good, NKRO works as intended, and I know for a fact i can type much more quickly and accurately on this keyboard compared to my previous premium rubber dome keyboard. I told my friend after i purchased this about twelve times how much i love it.Pros:The back lighting is fantasticThe key actuation is crisp and repeatableThe shortcut and media keys are convenientIt has lighting options!The construction is fantasticThe aluminum back plate is cheap "plastluminum"The cord is thick and clearly well madeGold plated usb connectorThe rubber feet don't slide!The volume adjustment and mute button are well places and clearly well made.Windows key lock is a great feature, that is hardly every included on a keyboardNitpicky Cons:The enter key and space key have a very mild metal "ting" to them when actuated quickly when typing.I wish the key over travel was less on mechanical keyboards in general so the keys wouldn't bottom out when i typeI wish the shortcut keys were more customizable

Alright, so my old review is out the window now. I'm speechless.Pros:AffordableNice weightDoesn't move on tableClickity clacky keysPalm rest is easy to attach and detach. Doesn't rattle when snapped on.Awesome aluminum plateLove that there are no gaps on the plate, all the keys are raised aboveCons:Not a big fan of the plastic key pullA metal rattle from the wider keys because of the support wire to keep the key from tiltingSo before, I got really unlucky and received a DOA (Dead on Arrival). I was pretty upset, so I went to customer service as soon as I could. Before the day ended, I received a response saying that they would replace it. So I provided my invoice for proof of purchase, and gave them my address. They sent me a prepaid label and I used that to ship them the keyboard. Eight days later, I'm typing with that keyboard right now. Now here is where it gets crazy. When I opened the box, I thought the contents inside the air wraps were a bit too tall. This was true as I unveiled a gaming mouse from Azio, the smile I had literally dissapeared, and I was in shock. I've never seen anything like this, and even when I dug to the bottom of the box, there was a small little roll of Smarties! Thank you Azio, you have done good by your customers!

I picked up two of these keyboards on a whim at a deep discount (about 30 bucks each). I've been using them at home and at the office and have been highly satisfied with their performance. The orange rubber textured WASD and directional gaming keys that you can switch in and out are actually quite enjoyable to use, particularly for games that have some sort of double tap to dodge/evade mechanic. Switching between the keysets is pretty straightforward with the provided keygrabber thing.A few of my coworkers use DAS Keyboards with Cherry MX blue switches. They're nice keyboards but I'm simply too cheap to spend that much on a keyboard. This keyboard offers a very comparable experience at a fraction of the price. I lucked out.One of the reviews complained about the size of the backspace key. If you're used to the old style IBM huge-clicky-clacky-keyboards (my previous keyboard of chocie) then there will be no adjustments needed.If I had to pick a gripe, it would be the obnoxiously bright blue LED light above the numpad. It's a very minor gripe though, as I am already accustomed to using black electrical tape to cover up unneeded or unwanted lighting on my computer equipment.Overall I am currently very happy with this purchase and if I had to repurchase these keyboards I likely would, especially if they were on sale again. Hope this review helps someone.

Based on the other reviews on this keyboard, I think I got lucky and got a good one.This is my second mechanical keyboard, my primary one being a Thermaltake Poseidon Z w/ Cherry MX Blue switches. This keyboard feels very good for typing, and I'm using it in a semi-loud office environment so I'm not too worried about the noise. All the keys seem to be working well with no issues at all. The orange rubberized "gaming keys" are a nice touch, but just feel weird to keep on when doing normal typing.The overall build quality does feel a bit cheap, but feels very solid compared to a standard keyboard. For $30 there isn't much to complain about this keyboard. If this keyboard was still in the $50+ range, I'd definitely only rate it 3 or 4 stars, but since it is $30, it is definitely worth 5 stars.The only issue I've had with this keyboard was that my "F9" key is just another "9 (" key, but it's not too big of a deal as it still works as an F9 key, I've sent an email to rosewill support and hopefully they'll be sending me the correct key cap.

This keyboard is significantly more conducive to productivity than is a membrane keyboard. I would prefer a double-wide backspace key. I found the included special keys useful to drop the profile of the windows and contextual keys on the right side of the space bar to avoid hitting the context menu on occasion when I press shift. But these minor off-notes are nothing compared to the absolutely reliable key-press enabling me to nearly double my typing speed. Touch-typers and Dvorak users (who are already, presumably, nuts over productivity) will find that this keyboard is a must.

I love this keyboard. I'm typing on it now after months of owning it. It's the second one I bought. My first one (bought elsewhere) died after about a year - the usb-mini port on the keyboard went bad due to being pushed up against my digital piano too long. This was disappointing because it didn't seem loose or anything but it was definitely a bad port. I *accidentally* bought the same keyboard not noticing it in a big amazon cart, so I was upset when it came... but after opening it up, I noticed that the USB cable is now hard-wired! I believe this is a MUCH better design, so I am so happy I ended up with a new and improved one of these. If you are buying this from Amazon, I would say you have nothing to worry about. I really like Red and Black Cherry MX switches. This is nice. This even came with the rubber keys that I had to buy separately on the first one. They really tout the laser printed key lettering - LOL my left CTRL key was worn bare in like 2 days - no lie. But I've been typing for 30 years now so I couldn't care less about that detail. Gives the keyboard character.

I love this keyboard it makes such lovely clicking noises as I type. The springiness of the keys just flings my fingers back into the air ready for more words! It had other features but I have no idea what they are. Evidently it can repel ghosts? And you can reprogram keys? I guess but I just type with it and if that's what you need then get this bad boy it's a perfect intro mechanical keyboard.

Without the frills of a run-of-the-mill gaming keyboard, this Rosewill keyboard delivers the responsiveness and clicky feeling of just about any high-end keyboard. The cherry blue mechanical feel is amazing, and the response time is optimal for reactionary video games. I didn't use the orange replacement keys with grip, so I can't comment on the functionality of those, yet I simply did not find them necessary. If you don't need a lit keyboard or any frills, and you are content with a sleek looking and feeling mechanical keyboard, this Rosewill RK-6000 will deliver in terms of everything you will want out of a mechanical gaming keyboard for half the price of the highly coveted Razor ones.

The Azio keyboard hovers very close to earning a fifth star for me, but it falls just shy of doing so. It's a very pretty machine. Glamorous, even. On looks and sound, it earns the stars. My only concern is that, in some ways, it is not as well built as the keyboards clocking in at lower prices. The brushed and elegantly curved top plate is great, and everything about it seems to denote that this is a step above. Until you turn the keyboard over, or take off a key cap.Issue one: The bottom tray of the Azio looks pretty flimsy. Also, the flip-up risers are of the cheapest sort, and lack any traction assist, like a bit of rubber embedded. Even the cheapest mechanical I have. Shoot, even the "mechanical feel" keyboard from Masione has better risers. More to the point, better build in terms of the sturdiness of the materials.Issue two: The key caps, though they look nice and do the job, appear to be a painted and laser-ablated legend, rather than a true double-shot that uses a clear plastic second molding to allow for the backlight to shine through. To be fair, I tried abrading the finish, and it proved to more than sufficiently tough, but when you're spending more, you don't expect to get less.One final nit: The status LEDs for the caps, num, and Windows lock are way too bright, and can't be muted or turned off. Also, there are not very granular controls for the under-key backlights.The Kailh switches have a mellower sound than some blue type switches, but type quite well, with good tactility and a pleasant sound. I would say that I might light them a bit better than the "real" Cherry MX blues. I would say that the Outemu blues edge them slightly on sound, however.I believe that, when comparing the Azio to the full-fat, expensive mechanical keyboard brands, they fare well enough. When taking into account the tremendous value to be had with something like a Kumara K552, a Quisan Magicforce 68, or a Drevo Tyrfing, it's tough to say that the Azio is worth the asking price.It is a pretty 'board, at the end of the day, and might look a bit more the part in front of your expensive computer rig. That's enough to keep it in contention. I have no real reservations about it's ability to function as a peripheral, and I suppose that any user who treats it with reasonable respect could expect a long service life. It suffers simply from being in the same market with value brands that offer sturdier products for significantly less.

Kailh Blue Switch Review.I'm not a gamer, so you'll need to look elsewhere.This was replacing a Rosewill RK 9000, which is a fantastic keyboard. My biggest error was not replacing the USB cable with a 90° interface and using cable routers to hold it in place. Eventually the plug began to wear until I was constantly hearing the USB unplug song. I had long assumed I’d get a Das Keyboard, Duckey or other well known typists keyboard when the time came, but it just wasn’t in the budget at the moment. After considering Rosewill and Cougar (Cherry) and the new kid on the block James Donkey (Kailh) I figured if I was going to get the Chinese switches, why spend more for features I didn’t want?The good:A very minimalistic keyboard. Solid and small. love the way the keys are elevated over the base, this is not a crumb catcher. I'm also a fan of the simple white backlighting. I have no use for RGB affairs. I would have set it at red or amber and left it forever. White however is perfect for me. It's perfect for dimly lit environments, and while the F and J keys still have their little tactile bumps, I still tend to get lost every now and then. The light is easily adjusted via the keyboard, which mostly sends the light straight up through the keys to illuminate the letters. A soft white glow reflects down on the base and around the keys. Besides off, there only seems to be 3 light settings, from very soft to very bright. This is fine. Again, I don’t need “wave” or “oscillate” or “seizure” modes.The brushed gunmetal aluminum plate the keys appear to float over is very handsome. So is the subtle raised metal AZIO logo above the arrow keys (came with protective cover). No giant logo and flaming skulls is another plus in my book. The red sides and slight red line at the front base is also surprisingly elegant and understated. The keys have a nice, extended gothic sans serif style font that’s not quite as blade-runnery as some other “gaming” keyboards. The silicone feet front and back are particularly sticky, which keep the keyboard in place quite well. The angle braces lift it just slightly, but the angle seems perfect. While they are hard plastic, the feet at the front seem to suffice in keeping the keyboard placed.I appreciate the ability to add typical access functions to the function keys without the need for extra software or drivers. Perhaps the thing I like the most is the volume knob. It’s a great design – just a big rubberized rolling cylinder, and a mute switch next to it. These days with auto-play videos and volume that varies 50db often in the same video, it’s come in quite handy.The Meh:I’m not a fan of the alternate markings on both the function keys and especially numeral keys. In this case, the numeral keys are above the shift keys, which is backwards. Also, the shift key markings are very small, and not being backlit as the numerals are might make it harder for some people to see if they’re not touch-typists.The Kailh blue switches are tactilely inferior to the Cherry Blue. Granted, if you had never used the Cherry switches, you’d think this was great. They do however require more force and are slightly muddier in feel. The Cherry Blue are just lighter and snappier and give a higher pitched click. This is a fair substitute though – but I would most certainly avoid the expensive manufacturers that have started to employ these. It’s a cost cutting measure plain and simple. Whether or not these last as long as the Cherry’s with their gold contacts has yet to be seen. The switches on my old Rosewill were not the cause for its demise.While the wrist rest is actually very solid, and enclosed on both sides, which surprised me to tell the truth. It is however a little bit slippery, the dimples are nothing more than speed holes. The shape is good, and it’s not bad looking. I’m not sure this is something I’ll be using or not. For the longest time I used a gel pad, so I find this just slightly lacking. Then again – it’s better than nothing. YMMV.The Ugly:While this doesn’t bother me, it might other people. And that’s the fact that the cable is hard-wired straight out the back. Unlike other keyboards, there’s no way to route the cable from one side to the other. Since this was a point of failure in my last keyboard – I don’t mind, but there are better designs that don’t cause wear as quickly.The lights for the cap lock etc are not affected by the light controller, so they always stay at the same eye-piercing brightness. Luckily they’re not blue, but they don’t need to be as bright as they are. The slight chrome surround only enhances this.Pros:- Minimalist, elegant design- Simple white backlighting- Free floating keys over base – easy cleaning- Solid, weighty- No extra drivers needed – plug n play- Decent feeling Kailh switches- Heavy duty braided cable- Clever volume control design- Included removeable wrist rest- InexpensiveCons:- Hard wired cable- Not Cherry switches- Num lock etc. indicator LED’s cannot be dimmed- Longevity yet to be provenSo, that’s about it. For under $70 it’s hard to beat. Certainly, if you’ve never used a mechanical keyboard, this is a great entry point. If you’ve got the money, then go straight for the Cherry switches and don’t look back. If you game a lot, and the tactile switches are not on your radar – then the Kailh switches will probably be just fine. These just don’t have the finess when you move to the blue or clear. I have no problem giving this 4 stars at the moment. Had I not come from Cherry switches, I’d probably give it 5 stars. Recommended nonetheless.

Not bad for a cheap K70 variant, the key switch feel is close to a MX brown but more clunky and not as refined as a Cherry switch. I use this keyboard at work and have a K70RGB with reds at home. If your in the market for a cheap solid well built mechincal keyboard as an alternative to the corsair keyboards, this will do just fine.Side notes, the keyboard has a nice brushed aluminum under the keys, windows key lock, N-key roll over, 6 key roll over and the lighting effects are nice such as "press, light up and fade" or all the keys lit up with 3 different levels of light or no light on at all. The palm rest is also a nice addition, its just hard plastic, no rubber and the volume control roller and mute button is also a nice addition, along with the indicator light for num, scroll and caps lock.

Using the keyboard to type this right now. Been using it for about 2 weeks. It's not really that loud, though my roommate can hear it now and couldn't hear my non mechanical one. I LOVE that there is a dedicated volume wheel. The braided cable is nice. The LED backlight is a good level, and the white color is nice, would gladly take it over red since the rest of my set up is blue. Keys were on secure but still easily removable for cleaning or anything with a little force. Windows key lock is practically a godsend, you can lock it so that it doesn't do anything while playing games. Numpad is great to have, just about my only gripe is that the backspace key doesn't seem to be as responsive as the rest of the keys, which is kind of a pain because as I'm getting used to the keyboard I have had to use it a lot. All in all I'm happy with my purchase, there's something satisfying about the clickity clack of the keys.

Purchased with MX Brown switches for typing as opposed to gaming and by far the best keyboard for typing I've owned since IBM's early mechanical switch keyboards. Browns are the quietest mechanicals you can get but don't expect silent typing unless you get good dampers or have a very light touch.The original unit they sent me died after about a month of use. I strongly suspect the cause was being connected to a notebook USB port that supplies power when the computer is off as I would notice the keyboard lights would half way cycle on (the pattern the keys light up when turned on) every time it was shut down or put into sleep mode. I believe this had the same effect as plugging and un plugging the keyboard in quick succession every time the computer was put into sleep mode or turned off.My only complaint and reason for a 4 as opposed to 5 star is the palm rest. The connector is flimsy, and breaks and disconnects too easily. Not an issue for desktop users, but I'm mobile and the keyboard travels with the laptop.Azio, take note: a detachable USB cable would have been great. I find the hardwired one it comes with too long for my setup.

 I've really enjoyed this keyboard. Here is the breakdown:Pros:1. Proper metal body. It's quite cool looking.2. Individually back-lit keys3. Mechanical keyswitches are smooth so far (1 week of use).4. Media controls on the function keys.5. N-key rollover on PC (6-key on Mac?)6. This cool mode where keys light up just as you press them (see video)Cons:1. You may need to oil the switches of some of the larger keys (space, KP0, shift, etc) after a while.2. It seems like the keys take more force to activate than I'd expect, and do not necessarily actuate/activate upon the "click". This is where "Cherry" keyswitches have an advantage.Overall, a good buy for the money..

Well here's an update after using the keyboard for some time. Durability: It's alright. I spilled some soda on it and it actually survived...i was impressed. It can take a 94-100 WPM beating from me as well. Now, my only issues thus far are the keys are way too flimsy. You're gonna accidentally press some keys if you're not careful. Makes for a lot of typing errors. Another thing is that the space bar completely killed itself...It doesn't even work on the left side of they now, which is what you typically press while gaming as the left side of the space bar is more easily accessible by the side of your thumb when playing games with a WASD configuration.___________Certainly an okay keyboard.:) For 30 bucks it's okay.Pros:* Tactile switches like those who like mechanical keyboards are used to* cheapCons:Bulkycheap-feeling keys...feel very fragiletall keysnot much push back in the response of the keys. You want a little push back so it doesn't feel like your pummeling the thing.The backspace bar...i should have paid attention to what that looked like before buying. It's just a tiny arrow <-- orientation instead of the full key and the word "backspace" and dear god is it annoying.

The original keyboard I received had two intermittently defective keys, the "G" and "H" keys. Other reviewers have also noted that the "G" key did not work so there might be a flaw in the keyboard design - just an assumption. Aside from that first issue, Amazon's outstanding exchange procedures got me a replacement keyboard in no time. This replacement keyboard does not appear to have any defective keys, but I've only had it for one day so time will tell.I do not game as much as I used to so I didn't see the need to pay $100 or more on a gaming mechanical keyboard, I just wanted something better to type on. Aesthetically, the keyboard is very basic in appearance so if you are looking for backlit keys, a metric Jesus ton of additional keys, fancy logos, metal keys, and dvd player - look elsewhere. Keyboard construction is decent; while pretty thick, I can still flex the keyboard easily but it does not feel considerably flimsy either. Think of it as constructed as well as an OEM keyboard but not as stout as higher end mechanical keyboard back plates. The key caps are plastic and have very minimal texture but they are concaved a good amount to feel great on your fingertips. The keys do not bottom out has solid as higher end mechanical keyboards but not mushy either. The keyboard is a true mechanical keyboard in the sense that it uses mechanical switches. They key presses generate a satisfactory audible click and tactical response, the tone of the click is lower then say a Razer keyboard. While the higher pitch click is more satisfying, these switches will be easier on your ears and to those around you. Force required to achieve a key press is average as well as the distance to bottoming out. They keys themselves have a decent amount of play in them. While it does not appear to effect my typing, it does change amount of force required to depress a key if struck on the corner. Included in the package are a key puller and replacement bright orange rubberized WASD and arrow keys. While the replacement keys offer a ton more traction and a nice feel - they look extremely out of place like it was an afterthought. However, the stark contrast of the keys bright a little bit of character to the bland keyboard. I've replaced my arrow keys with the rubberized ones but keeping the WASD rubber keys throw me off when typing normally and not gaming. To add to the inconstancy when typing normally, the rubberized keys are shorter than the other keys. One of my biggest gripes about this keyboard.....is the single key backspace. I HATE single key backspaces. It instead has the large L shaped enter key which to me has never offered an advantage.I have not used the software extensively, but it does seem pretty powerful. While the keyboard lacks dedicated macro keys, pretty much every key on the keyboard can be re-programmed to perform a task. For example I set the software to open the Windows calculator and Chrome on keys I rarely ever use. The software has different profiles as well that can be task dependent. The cord is braided and the USB connector appears to be gold plated - overall the cord feels quality.Overall, it's hard to beat this keyboard for the price point -provided you test the keys first before your exchange period ends. I suggest you find an online typing test to ensure the keys work consistently as my first defective keyboard only failed intermittently. So far, I've typed this entire review without any apparent issues. I've knocked a star off the review due to the QA check based off the fact that I am not the only one who had defective keys (The same keys for that matter) and for the fact that it has a small backspace key.

Rosewill's RK-6000 Striker is a great budget mechanical. Despite the numerous complaints about the Striker, I enjoyed using the Striker, not so much as a gaming keyboard, but as a typing keyboard. Rosewill bills this as a gaming keyboard and includes some macro software and rubberized replacement keycaps, but the switches used are (mostly) clicky and tactile and make for a great typing experience.The Striker is an all plastic build, and is quite flexible. No steel backplates reinforcing the Striker, and each keycap is ABS with Rosewill being kind enough to throw in some rubberized orange keycaps with a keycap puller. Included is a WASD and arrow key replacements, and the texture is very low profile and bumpy. Strangely the replacement keycaps have their text at the bottom of the key instead of the top, like the black ABS. I appreciate replacement keycaps, and these are a good quality. The rubberized keycaps don't really fit the personailty of the keyboard however, and seems like a thinly veiled attempt to make this keyboard more "gamey." The shift and space bar also use a Costar style stabilizers, ungreased, but uses awkward retaining tabs that snap out of the keyboard and keycaps. I almost lost one taking it apart. There are two flip up plastic flaps as feet, with 4 small rubberized feet. The flip up flaps are not rubberized. The cord is braided leading to a gold plated USB connector after a ferrite core. There are cable routing channels underneith, but don't sit very securely in the channels. The layout is very unconventional. There is a large reverse L shaped Enter key, with the left slash key next to the very small backspace key. The Ctrl keys are also different sizes, with the right being as big as a regular key. There is 6KRO that was verified with Microsofts anti-ghosting software.Off the bat, the Stiker looks like a vintage keyboard with large bezels, and Rosewill's Coke script logo emblazoned above the modifier LED's. Pulling off the keycaps reveals a throwback looking switch in the form of a knockoff Alps switch. I could not find any information about who makes the switches, but their quality is really hit or miss. Colored blue similar to Cherry's MX Blue switch, the switches click and have tactile feedback much like Cherry's Blue too. Problem is the switches click is hit or miss, not always making an audible click. Going over every switch slowly, I got an audible click out of every press, but typing quickly sometimes the key would not make a click. I could still feel the bump, but the switches feel much cheaper than a Cherry Blue. They are also extremely lightweight feeling, despite Rosewill's rating of 50g. Rosewill guarantees 20 million depresses, 30 million less than a Cherry but a good 19 million more than a membrane. Rosewill also threw in some macro software, which also doesn't fit the keyboard. There is no onboard memory, and since they keyboard doesn't have media keys or Win key lockout, the only way to implement these features is using the software. The software does allow for 10 profiles, but there is no easy way to switch profiles midgame. The software is also clunky and looks like it was developed in the early 90's.It seems like I've bashed this keyboard but what it really does do great is typing. The tactile bump and click feels a million times better than a membrane and allowed for 91 WPM with a 0% error rate on typeracer.com. If it weren't so noisy I'd love to bring this keyboard to work. It is not a great gaming keyboard, and a linear Cherry Red style switch is best for gaming, and it is hard to double tap, but that doesn't mean everyone will hate gaming on this keyboard. I played some Far Cry with no problems, but Unreal Tournament was not as good of an experience. At $49 at the time I bought this and a lowly $39 at the time of writing this review, the Striker is a steal. If you want a great typing keyboard with casual gaming to go along, the Striker is an awesome keyboard.Pros: Great for typing, blue Apls clones are clicky and tactile, looks like a vintage keyboard, 20 million clicks are a lot higher than any membrane keyboard, included replacement rubber keycaps, awesome price.Cons: Not as high qualityas a lot of other mechanicals, unusual layout that takes time to adjust to, awkward software.

I love clicky keyboards , this has a very similar feel, its close very close to the feel from an IBM M model keyboard, however the keys are not nearly as stout. They also seem to have a slight wiggle to them. However for the cost compared to all the other cheaper mechanical models I have tried from Amazon this one so far has been the best feeling for the cost. It's NOT an IBM M and its NOT Cherry-MX Blue keys.There isn't a springy feeling and it doesn't have the positive click , but there is a clacking you get when using it and the keys feel good other than the little big of wiggle you feel from them. This is still a very good keyboard. I am a very heavy user and I type all day, so far this unit has not had any problems. If you want a good mechanical keyboard but you don't want to spend over $100 then this is the one for you.If your looking for the IBM M / Cherry MX blue experience ( as I was) then this model will probably disappoint you. Even though I was disappointed that it didn't feel like the MX blue keys, I have grown to love this keyboard. My typing speed speed has went up and my error rate has went down.

Pros: Cheap mechanical keyboard, good key action, programmable software, easy to take off keys with included key removerCons: The backspace is a bit too small for me as it is not the standard ~ 2 letter key length (it is a single letter key size)Overall, not a bad buy for someone who likes a good tactile and audible response to their key presses

I've used several more expensive Gaming keyboards in the past at various LAN events, however as a student living off Ramen they don't quite fit my budget. This keyboard however despite being 1/3 the price performs just as efficiently as any higher end product I've played with. The response time is as fast as I need for CS:GO and League of Legends and has a smooth feel to each stroke. It seems like the only thing you're giving up is the light up key's and some USB ports on the side which I've never found much use for. The rubber keys it comes with are awesome for anyone who plays at lot of FPS's, they have little nubs that grip your finger tips and seems to give me, or at least makes it feel like I have a better sense of control. Definitely worth picking up if you're not looking to spend hundreds on a keyboard.

Aesthetically I like the keyboard, and the volume control is handy. I expect it will be durable but don't like that there is a bit of friction on the action of the keys. There is supposed to be a bit of a bump when the switch engaged just before full travel but you can't feel it due to the friction. Was hoping that it would break in and get smoother with some use but it's been about a month and a half and no improvement is noticeable. Thinking I should have spent a few more bucks on a keyboard with Cherry switches rather than these knockoffs.

I really like the look and feel of the keyboard and I'm using it now to write this review. I've had it for about 30 minutes and have only tested it by doing a couple of typing tests and ran through the function keys. The quick function keys are great for quickly opening a web browser, mail, the calculator, and music player. You can also pause, play, skip, and stop your music without switching windows.The volume knob on the top right feels very smooth and well made.The only concern I have with it so far, is how stiff the keys are. I do feel like some keys are more stiff than others, but I can't be too certain. Not all of them, might I add, but it specifically feels like the space bar, left shift, backspace, and forward slash are a bit stiffer.The clicky-ness is just as satisfying as I thought it would be and was exactly what I was looking for. I can't compare the noisy-ness of the keys when pressed to any other mechanical keyboard I've used (first one I've owned), but I can say it is louder than the membrane keyboard I have been using at work.All in all, the spacing feels fine with my small-medium sized hands, although I've mistakenly bumped the function keys when going for the second-to-top row. I am contemplating getting something to lubricate the switches so that I can get a more smooth and easier typing experience. If you have any comments on how you have overcome some stiffer than anticipated keys, I would love to hear how you overcame your troubles!

I've had this keyboard for about a month now. By my standards, this product is working exceptionally well. The tactile feedback out of these Kailh switches are nearly identical to Cherry MX Blue switches. The wrist rest provides stability and comfort when typing, easily countering wrist fatigue that occurs after long periods of typing. It's wonderful. Additionally, the backlighting may not be RGB but is optimized towards the idea room brightness, including settings from really dim to bright. The build material and quality feel extraordinary, especially at this price range, and is definitely a factor that other competitive brands don't include. In all aspects, this keyboard seamlessly sets the standard, with one of the best quality to price ratios that I know.The reason and sole reason that my review is a 4-star corresponds to the consistency of the keyboard. Some keys have shorter travel distance than other keys. This is completely dependent on the customer themselves. For me, I can't really notice a difference, only when I carefully compare the keys is this problem visible, so, therefore, I don't really care otherwise.I would definitely recommend this to a friend.UPDATE: The board's keys are getting very sticky, and it's starting to annoy me because I type essays every day for school and the sticky keys don't make this keyboard better than any other keyboard really. I still enjoy the clicking sounds, but the leeway for error has gotten much higher. I can't type as fast anymore because I'm constantly retyping keys because they're too sticky causing me to lose my momentum when typing. 4-star to 3-star.

It's not that it's that bad of quality but out of the box it looks really nice and feels nice but once you get it home and type on it it's another story. The key caps feel nice and show no wear after a few months of usage but the way the keys work not the key switch but just the slides they move on it may just be my keyboard but pressing some keys on the corner makes them rub on there slides and make that keystroke feel sticky. For being in the $100 price rage you would expect a little more with other products being just slightly more than it.

I have owned this keyboard since February of 2015 and it has not held up. I game and type every day and most of the keys have lost there new feeling. Keys like the number pad which I do not use still feel fresh but the others, like w a s d and shift have gone to mushy feeling with no click. Also my alt key has been worn down and the black color on the corners is faded.This is sad because the keyboard is beautiful, it just has not held up. I would try a different brand if you want something to game on and type long term.

I was a bit torn on how many stars to give this keyboard. Overall it is very good but it has a few nagging issues that bug me but seeing has how this keyboard has nearly 5 stars and I can understand why people love it so much I'd play the devils advocate to that point of view and focus on what I think are its short comings.The build quality is overall very good, the AL face is the real deal, it looks and feels great. The plastic base and sides though feel a bit cheap and the weight of the keyboard is very low leading me to believe that all the strength comes from that AL base which while structurally fine makes for a very lightweight and sort of cheap feeling keyboard that slides around. My old Logitech K740 Illuminated keyboard feels like it weighs about 2x as much despite being made of plastic and stays put far far better.The plam rest is a bit sad. It attaches "ok" but it certainly could have been more securely attached to the keyboard. Worse though is that its just hard plastic. The plastic is good quality but its not very comfy and the texture kinda blows when soft touch platics have come so far as a material so big missed opportunity here.The braided cable is a bit nuts. Its very inflexible; it almost feels as though its regular rubber incased cable with braiding over that which is rather pointless and just makes for a thicker cable with none of the advantages of a braided cable which is supposed to be lightweight and flexible.If you think your can live with those issues then all the rest you've heard about it is true. They keys feel and look absolutely fantastic, it really is a sick looking keyboard. The backlighting is also great evening lighting every key and a bit of the AL faceplate. There are also plenty of customization options. I just wish the build quality was more consistent and for those reasons mentioned above I don't think I'll be keeping it.

I finally made the switch from my regular logitech membrane keyboard to this new school "mechanical" keyboard. I have been using it for the past 6-7 months and decided to share my experience.The keys feel really strange because it seems as though you have to depress them a far distance down for it to register. You do eventually get use to it though, but you would probably experience some mistyping when using it in the beginning.For me personally I found it much harder to use for gaming compared to a membrane keyboard for the reason mentioned above. This doesn't trouble me too much as I prefer a game pad if I do game.It comes with spare rubberized WASD and Arrow keys for you to switch based on your preference.The build quality from the outside seemed to be good and it does come with a braided cable and also what looks like a gold USB connector.A couple weeks after receiving it, I started having issues with a couple keys, "/" and "Esc" to be specific. It would sometimes require you to slam on it to work or sometimes pressing the key off center worked. After researching it on the net, I realized this was a common problem people experienced with this keyboard. This became a real nuisance when using linux so I decided to open it up and swap the switches around.This requires you to de-solder one of the two pins holding the switch through the back plane on to the PCB. The switch is not a sealed unit so when you pry on it to release it from the back plane, the spring and contacts will go flying off (Goodbye my F7 key!!!).The "switch" consisted of the actuator, a contact switch on one end and another contact on the other which seems to be there for the sole purpose of making the "click" noise or maybe helping keep the actuator in place? I attached some pictures so you can better understand what i am talking about. This is when I realized that the build quality of this unit wasn't that great. The spring is barely held in the center by a tiny little notch on the back plane. It seems that the plague of the non working keys might be related to this. From what I observed it seems as though it is caused by the spring ending up off center as the key will sometimes work if you press it off center. I had to use some rubber grease to keep it in the center and this helped resolve my problem.I got this keyboard on sale for 30 dollars when it's asking price was 60 dollars so I am not that mad about it and I have now gotten use to it even after having to repair it myself. I honestly cannot recommend this unless you get it for really cheap and even then you may have to deal with the same problems I encountered.

Bought this keyboard as a replacement for my other keyboard.Pros:It's nice for gaming and typing.Easy to type, you don't need to put very much pressure on the keysCons:The photo has a black WASD and Arrow Key keycaps, but i did not receive any black ones, only red.Backspace is WAY to small. I had to bind my forward-slash button to backspace also.Keycaps are pretty hard to take off to clean. It takes a lot more force than my last keyboard.

I have had a few of these Rosewill RK-6000 Mechanical keyboards and they seem to be a decent low cost keyboard, but don't expect it to last long. I used them in a work environment typing most of the day and they seem to last less than a year before starting to have issues.

This keyboard is very good for the price point. The keys are crisp and feel good when you click them. The body is weighty and sturdy. My gaming teenager who has a very fancy/expensive mechanical keyboard even says that he really likes the feel of the keyboard. I so want to give it five stars but I just can't. Why in the world did they mess with the standard keyboard layout for the ENTER and backspace keys? I just do not understand it. The backslash/pipe are moved next to the backspace which is half-size (making it normal key size). All of this seems to be done in order to vastly oversize the ENTER key. I am not a gamer. I am coder and moving those few keys around has my right pinky completely lost. Rosewill got a bit too cute on this one.

I got this keyboard when it was on sale. I bought this keyboard because I really want a mechanical keyboard to type on. I mainly use this for school work and playing league of legends. The product came on time (thanks amazon), as soon I open the box, the box was already damaged and the key caps bag was open, but that's okay, as soon I plugged in the keyboard, it worked right away, the computer automatically found the drivers and it was ready to you. It also came with a CD that has a software to set up your macro keys, (I did not install it). Using it for about 3 days, the keyboard is nice for light gaming and some light typing because it can get pretty annoying due to the keys are loud when you're typing. The keys are some what responsive when I was playing league and typing up a word document. Its not up to cherry MX switches performance, if you're wondering . Also, another thing that I did not like about this keyboard was the enter key is over sized while the backspace is the same size as a regular key, that somewhat bothered me. Everything about this keyboard is nice except for its a bit loud when typing and somewhat unresponsive, maybe I got a bad keyboard, this is why I am returning mine.

Experienced a key failing about 70% of the time about a week in of use. I've since ordered a replacement and hoping for the best. I've also read many reviews saying that key's don't last more than a year out. This concerns me as my old plunger keyboard was 5 dollars and lasted 5 years. I'd say buyer beware because of these facts. As long as key's work this is a great product, very solid and study, and not going to break the bank when looking for a mechanical keyboard. If you're looking for the most basic of Mechanical Keyboard's you may want to consider this but I must reiterate that this product has had a history of key's giving out within a year. So it's a gamble.

Bought it in February on May the LED for the letter "N" stopped working two months later (on July) the LED for the "," stopped working

I bought this in September 2016, thinking that it was a good entry-level mechanical keyboard. I enjoyed the clickiness of the keys, but I seemed to have some issues with typing accuracy. I thought, "must just take some time to adjust to a mechanical keyboard." Well, it might, but I don't think that's the issue. I used the keyboard regularly for about eight months with continual issues. I changed back to an old membrane keyboard and was back to normal, so again, must be mechanical isn't for me.Then, looking for a new keyboard to replace this aging membrane stop-gap, I looked back over the reviews here and noticed a pattern: a number of people were having the same issues as me. There were two main problems I had while using this keyboard:1. I'd regularly type letters in the wrong order. "Product" would turn to something like "Prudoct" and I'd be really confused as to how my fingers possibly did that. They don't on other keyboards?2. I'd regularly end up with the first two letters of a word capitalized. IT'd be like this every sentence.Well, I guess it wasn't just me. There seem to be some problems with the way the keys process. Maybe mechanical is for me, but this keyboard clearly wasn't. I'd steer clear just in case--there are good alternatives for similar prices.Not to say it was all bad, of course. I really enjoyed the weight and feel of the keyboard, and it looks nice. But the basic function, typing, is lacking.

Looks great, but I had one minor problem and one major problem with it. I'll start with the minor problem. The key caps are shaped a little differently than most: i think they are tad longer than they usually come on most mechanical keyboards. This may not be that big a deal to most people, but it makes it so that my hand needs to slightly contort itself in order to reach some of the keys on the bottom row like the comma and period.The major problem I had with this keyboard, and this was an absolute deal breaker, was that pressing two keys nearly simultaneously would cause the keyboard to send the key inputs in the reverse order in which they were actually pressed. No mechanical keyboard I've ever used had this problem such as the razer black widow ultimate, corsair k70, or the logitech g610 orion. Now typically I don't type quite fast enough on average to trigger this behavior. But this is something I've noticed, and I absolutely cannot tolerate it. Be wary of this keyboard if you think this might bother you.Overall: it is a decent keyboard for the price, but I can't recommend it. Better off spending 10 to 20 bucks more to get a better quality product.

The keys feel way stiffer than Cherry MX Browns. A lot of keys sound different from each other when being pressed. The ESC keycap was broken inside and kept falling off (had to replace with the Pause/Break key that I never use). The Space keycap kept detaching from the opposite corner it was being pressed (I wanted this keyboard for gaming but when I'm on WASD and press Space I press it on the left corner, so it's impossible).Bought a Logitech G610 a week later for only 10 more dlls, with CherryMX brown switches, and sold the Azio as I hate returning products and waiting for new ones to come.

***Update*** while the keyboard is quite awesome, after one day I came across problems while typing. The reason I dropped to two stars was because clearly the keyboard was not tested throughly enough. I would understand more if it lasted for a few years or even months. But it didn't even last one day. I plan to have it returned and will update again after receiving another keyboard. If that one works I will bring the rating back up. TRUST ME, I really really want this keyboard to work I love the way it looks and the Kailh blue switches it uses. Hopefully I can get one that lasts longer!Came very quick, awesome keyboard!

After using this for a while, I've noticed the same problem that other reviewers mentioned, namely that the shift button sticks. So trying to type a word like Regards comes out as REgards. The constant typing and then backspacing to correct is frustrating.

Purchased this keyboard as my first mechanical keyboard. After some exploration online, the Rosewill seemed like a great option, and used (from a reputable seller) seemed like a good way to save a bit of money. After it's arrival, I was quite satisfied with my keyboard, with one exception: the "X" key is far less responsive than all other keys. I am constantly typing mistakes, not eactly eciting, for eample. After some research online, it seems the only way to fi this involves soldering a new switch! I'm not eager to eplore that option.Used the keyboard for a few weeks so far, finally wanted to write a review because the problem has not gone away and research suggests this will not be an easy problem to fix.(I intentionally did not correct spelling mistakes re the x key, to give a sense of the "error rate" of the key.)

I purchased this as an office keyboard and just received it a few hours before writing this review. They keys feel nice, definitely better than what I expected from such a cheap mechanical. Travel isn't too long and they produce a fairly loud audible click. I personally use Cherry browns on my home keyboard so I can't compare these to Cherry blues, but they feel fine. Far more tactile to the browns.Buyers should be aware that the backspace key is the size of a standard key, rather than the usual double-key size. The left control key is larger than usual at the expense of a standard size Alt key instead of the usual 1.5x size.oThere have been reports of bad reliability over time. Since I have just received this keyboard I can't comment ooooooon that yet, but will update if anything changes on that front. Just be aware that these keys will not last as long as Cherry switches to begin with. Cherry switches are rated for 60 million keypresses and these only advertise 20 million.From my initial impressions this is worth every penny if you are used to using chiclet or membrane keyboards. The sound may be an issue for some, but it's really not that loud. However, after having used more expensive mechanical keyboards if you can afford an extra $30-$40 for actual Cherry switches and extra functionality I would certainly go that route. I simply couldn't justify spending that amount on an office keyboard.UPDATE: After using this keyboard a bit more I have lowered my rating to a 2-stars due to reliability. As many others have had issues with keys being unresponsive or double pressing, I have found one on my keyboard as well. My "8" key frequently is either unresponsive or registers as a double press. Out of 20 presses there were 6 incidents of either a double-press or a non-registering press. This is not related to the keycap as I removed the cap and depressed the switch itself. I will likely be returning this keyboard as this will not do as a work keyboard

This is not the cheapest keyboard I've ever owned, though I think it's the cheapest I've ever paid money for.I'm typing this review on the second of these. The first arrived with a death rattle and a main Enter key that only sometimes worked.Amazon, as always, provided a replacement unit quick as a wink, and this new unit is an improvement, because it's now the left Control key that isn't working reliably rather than the much more often needed Enter key.Key feedback is next to nil, the replacement key tops for the arrow and ASDW keys are problematic to install and lackluster in feel.Now that I've managed to hammer out this review, I will be returning the second unit, as well. It looks neat enough, but between the non standard key configuration (large left Control, large main Enter with tiny backspace and backslash) and lackluster quality, I'll look elsewhere.

Arrived in perfect condition. Love the sound and the feel of the keys.***UPDATE***It is now roughly five months from the time I received my Rosewill RK-6000. It worked great for the first four months. For the past few weeks, the D key and 6 on the number pad have been working intermittently (serious mistakes had I not caught them in the medical records I transcribe). I have tried numerous times uninstalling and reinstalling the keyboard to see if I could get them to work. As this keyboard is used for my at-home job, I cannot send it in for repairs because I would lose my job and have purchased a replacement that is another brand. This keyboard was not worth the price since it only lasted a few months when the keyboard I used before was less than $20 and lasted well over two years before needing to be replaced. I can no longer recommend this keyboard due to it not lasting long enough for the amount paid.

After purchasing the Das Keyboard model S for home use I fell in love with Mechanical Keyboards so I figured I would buy a mechanical for the office. I ended up going with this Rosewill RK-6000 for the low price tag and promise of a solid mechanical feel.The BAD: Upon arrival the space bar was disconnected from the board and dangling. I was able to reconnect it but that wasn't a good first impression of the companies quality control. After using it for 2 weeks I found that the keys were sub par and felt rather spongy which caused mistyping. Although the keys were loud, the clicky sound was a hit or miss with half of the board. The backspace button took a good 5 days to get used to and I still didn't like it. I regretting the purchase and ended up buying another Das Keyboard for the office.The GOOD:The price tag is not bad and I like the braided cord with the gold plated USB. I ended up bringing this keyboard back home and now only use it when I dock my laptop.If you are thinking that this mechanical keyboard will satisfy your clicky craving, you're in for disappointment. Save your money and buy a Das.

Pros:The rubber replacements for WSAD and the arrow-pad are really great and help you find the keys faster than the 'f and j' bumps.The keyboard is in fact mechanical, though I cant confirm whether or not they are Cherry MX Blues (I'm no expert but i know the switches themselves are blue.)Cons:5 days into my purchase, the '4' key doesn't work half the time. When holding down 'D', it loses all functionality. As a semi-pro CSGO player, i need to have the ability to strafe and switch grenades. I can't do that when the '4' key doesn't function.The spacebar is horrendous. The bottom edge is extremely sharp and since there is no wrist-rest, your thumbs will be sitting on that edge for the entirety of your typing.The layout seems to have been made by someone who has never even used a keyboard in their life.Study the layout of this keyboard very well before you purchase it. The god-damned backspace key is the size of a normal key, and they shifted the "\" key up and to the left in order to accommodate for an excessively large enter key.Left control is also oddly shaped, and if you alt-tab a lot, you will have to get used to the fact that you will be pressing the windows key instead of Alt half the time since the space-bar is shifted over slightly.N-Key Rollover. You can press ~5-6 keys with Ctrl and Shift held down.Overall, make sure you understand that the layout of this keyboard is quite different than a normal keyboard with the backspace key being so tiny. This is a VERY big change, though you can get used to it. Be prepared to pay 5 bucks for shipping returns when a key breaks on you within the first week (Unless you have Prime, which in that case its free, thank god).

Feels cheap and looks ugly in person. Also the leds used are terrible I sent it back within the 30 day window but never received a full refund. I highly recommend either spending less on equal quality (like the "Ajazz" keybaords, which I think are great) or spending a bit more on a name brand like Cooler Master (I have a Quickfire that's excellent.)

I originally wrote a good review, but the keyboard has started to give me problems. The i key does not work!

I was so excited to get this for an early Christmas gift and I can't tell you how incredibly disappointed I am. I opened up the box plugged it in and the razzle-dazzle of the lights turning on was great. A moment goes by and I start typing to find out several of the keys just straight up don't work. The F,G,T,V,C, and others just don't work. They make the wonderful noise and light up but when typing...nothing. Again, terribly disappointed.

This board died in less than 30 days. 100% wont get power. I received this board Nov 25. this morning Dec 16 it is 100% dead. While it worked it was an average mechanical keyboard rather loud for my tastes but that was expected with the cheap Kailh switches. I would suggest anybody to just buy a Korsair 70 or 95 over this. While this board looks sleek i think that is where most of the money was spent.

I loved the keyboard but after less than 8 months the spacebar just doesn't work anymore.

Just opened my new keyboard after bought it from amazon us and got it delivered to Greece.After 10 days of waiting and paying extra for custom tax duties tried to test my brand new keyboard MKG1.On the first try the U key got stuck ( gets down and stays there until restore with hand).The same key when pressed doesn't make the same click sound as the other , clearly there is something wrong with it.Not very good for a game keyboard that states 50 million keystroke lifespan. Amazon offered a free replacement but the cost of return the false one is larger than the cost of the new so ..

So, normally I don't write reviews. That being said, I am only writing this review to let everyone know that you should spend your money elsewhere. I have never used a keyboard as terrible as this one. At first I was quite pleased with the "clicky-ness" of the keyboard, but quickly found out that about half the keys did not respond to keystrokes. God forbid you get auto logged out of any account you have, looking at every stroke of your 16 digit password and smashing keys to find out that you cant re-enter your password. All in all, this keyboard is a bust. Its worth spending the extra money and getting a real mechanical keyboard.

Lasted 6 months then Rosewill didnt have replacement in stock nor were willing to provide a different product. Only partial refund.

I would not recommend for purchase. 10/10/14 I purchased this device. There is a one year warranty. At the one year and two month mark, I started noticing keys no longer working. Attempting to call in at the one year and four month mark to see if I had repair options; I was told I have no avenues for recourse. The model has been discontinued, is out of warranty, and bought through amazon. Rosewill representatives told me that they could not send out a replacement, I offered to pay and was told they can't repair the device. I was then told that they would have more options if I did not purchase through amazon, and that I overpaid. A little silly that to end the call the rep says, oh btw MSRP is $29.99, you paid too much on Amazon.

I really should not be this harsh on the product but it makes it hard to not be. First off, you can really tell the cheap quality of the board when you hold it and type on it. while typing i noticed that the space bar was not pressing all the way down so I took a look under it, after turning the board upside down, a black piece of plastic fell out (oh boy). I was willing to over look that and though hey maybe it was just and extra piece from the factory and the board is ok...wrong.... while playing games, the space bar would not register unless you pressed the dead center. looking online this was due to the poor balances they put in. the final straw was when the balances of the space bar came loose and made it almost impossible to type so i sent it back to amazon. I have a rosewell case and love it so im shocked to have such a bad experience with this board. maybe i was just unlucky but looking at other reviews, i fear im wrong.

Came completely broken. I made sure to install the driver that came with it and the a,s,d,k,l,p,i,u,w,e keys too name a few still didn't work. I also tried to download the drivers off the Rosewill website and that didn't work. I also tried hooking it up to my laptop with the same results. I returned this item and i'm sticking to rubber dome keyboards for now because good mechanical keyboards are like $200. It's sad you can't even get a working mechanical keyboard for less than 50 dollars.

less than 4 months of use the space bar hook broken and I cant use the key board with out space bar...all the materials are of good quality and durable, but may be my bad luck, I got low quality key cap for space bar, and it broke. I hardly use it 2-3 hrs a day for coding purpose while at home (non office hours) ...I considered purchasing key cap for space bar alone, but shipping is very costly...I would be purchasing TVS-e Gold or Matias Quiet Pro Keyboard for PC