Reddit reviews Cooler Master MasterKeys Pro S RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Cherry MX Blue (Clicky), RGB LED, TenKeyless (Small)

CoolerMaster Masterkeys Pro S/L.

I'm hostile towards this keyboard because it is having a huge negative impact on something I feel strongly about. I think that's justified. The keyboard itself, not you OP.

What do you mean by 'hipster' mechanical keyboards? Vintage keyboards? They are eons ahead in build quality of anything Razer has ever made, and most consumer mechs on the market. I can understand wanting a more modern aesthetic, though.

Approaching a product purely based on aesthetics is, in my opinion, a terrible idea, but to each their own. Hell, for 12 USD more, you can get a genuine mechanical keyboard with real mechanical switches and RGB.

With all that in mind, I just fail to understand why anyone would purchase an Ornata. Regardless, I hope things work out for you.

I am also looking to buy my first mechanical keyboard in that price range. Personally, I'm looking for either a 60% or tenkeyless, and brown switches. I don't care for backlight. I've got a couple in mind right now, was wondering you all had any input.

$130 [Poker 3] (https://www.amazon.com/Mechanical-Keyboard-Keycaps-Cherry-Mx-Blue/dp/B00W02J4DA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1488257829&sr=8-1&keywords=poker+3), of course
If only I could find it with browns. Classic starter for all enthusiasts, it seems.

$144 Filco Majestouch-2 Tenkeyless
The guide says this is a very premium experience, for whatever reason. comes in 10keyless and blank caps that I like.

$120 Tex Beetle
Very compact 66% keyboard, I particularly like the shorter spacebar and easily accessible fn key, as well as the aluminium build.

$140 - $150[WASD VP3] (http://www.wasdkeyboards.com/index.php/products/mechanical-keyboard/wasd-vp3-61-key-custom-mechanical-keyboard.html)
Incredibly customizable, you can choose any combination of colors for the keycaps, font type and location, even switch type across the keyboard. You can even have them engraved custom images on the keycaps, so much potential if you are into aesthetics. I'm very tempted, but it is the most expensive one and uses a plastic frame when I think I want metal. Do metal cases make a noticeable difference? It has a big brother with a backlight

$110 GLORIOUS RGB V2 This one seems almost too good to be true. Nice minimal aesthetics, aluminum case, rgb backlight, the whole package just looks so nice. Full sized keyboard only though, I wish so much it came in tenkeyless.
$125 KUL ES-87
I hear good things about this one, probably just excellent build quality. Nothing seems particularly remarkable, but there is something to be said for a simple, high quality experience.

$125 Varmilo VA87M
Another tenkeyless with a sleek minimal body and aluminum frame.

$115 MasterKeys Pro S
New in the coolermaster, looks very sleek and minimal with RGB backlight. Pretty cheap too, a good option. Has the gaudy CM logo over the super key. Caps can be replaced though.

$89 KBParadise V60
A mere 90 bucks, very sleek 60% board. Can come with front printed keys for that hyperminimal feel, hng. Uses Gateron switches instead of cherry, which I've heard from multiple sources feel "smoother", though no one seems to know why. If anyone has anything bad to say about this board, please tell me, because this is probably going to be the one I buy.

$139 Ducky One TKL
Ducky is highly touted by the MK community. This is a nice sleek rgb board, 10keyless. No logos or anything obnoxious, seems like a really good buy.


Bonus: Custom Color Keycaps
If I understand this correctly, looks like a fairly customizable full keycap replacement set for only $20. Lets you change the colors, print location and add blank keycaps pretty cheap. Anyone have experience with these guys?

Is the MasterKeys Pro S mail and rebates still available? I just checked on it and it says that I would have to buy it before the 17 of this month. So why is it still showing on amazon?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D8ETGJ0/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

So yes, the money would be better spent elsewhere. But hey, it's your money. If it helps, here's the same keyboard for $100.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8ETGJ0/ref=asc_df_B01D8ETGN61524135600000

Don't buy that board. Buy Masterkey Pro S as low as $100 w/ RGB

If you don't mind a TKL layout I'd highly recommend this board. It has Cherry MX Blues, RGB, and a removable cable which I believe the razer doesn't feature. I had the non RGB "classic" version of this keyboard prior and have to say that the switches are much grainer than MX Blues. I honestly wouldn't recommend buying a blackwidow for >$100 when the razer new years sale is pretty soon.

https://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-MasterKeys-Mechanical-TenKeyless/dp/B01D8ETGJ0

pro L and pro S both there (full size and tkl) with mx blues.

Ducky Shine 6, Ducky One TKL RGB
Cooler Master MasterKeys Pro S, Cooler Master MasterKeys Pro L
iKBC F87, iKBC F108

Not sure if these are the best prices for these keyboards, so if you like one, you might want to search around to see if there are better prices before making a purchase.

Sorry, it's a local retailer here in Romania, they don't have a site (yet) as they're fairly new but the keyboard in question is the Cooler Master MasterKeys Pro S and the price is more or less the same as on Amazon.

> u/AlphaFemaleNerd: Good headphones.

1000000x yes. And not a gaming headset. Proper audiophile headphones like the DT 990 Pros, Sennheiser 598s, or the less-expensive 558s. Pair those with a modmic and you're good to go.

Also:

HWMonitor/CPU-Z: HWMonitor for quick access to temperatures (usually over/under by a couple degrees), and CPU-Z for frequencies and such.

Surge protector: Useful when you need it, ease of mind when you don't. Covers $300k worth of equipment in case anything is damaged, as well. Gotta love Belkin.

Mechanical keyboard: Much longer lifespan than some typical office keyboard, pretty lights, clickity-clacks, etc.

Good mouse: Same case as the keyboard: Much better than an office mouse, better tracking, button customization, etc.

Your hardware's respective software: Whether it's Ryzen Master, your SSD's storage manager, blah blah blah, it's useful.

UserBenchmark: See how your build stacks up to others, and/or if it's performing as it should be. Fun little thing.

Some greenery: Adds color to your battlestation. Nice little accent piece. Not necessary, but I like it.

Holy crap you're right. This Logitec G710 comes out to almost $200 USD. That's insane.

But this one looks like it might be more reasonably priced. Sorry it's not working out for you.

The same one with blue switches is also on sale.

with bluessss

Cooler Master MasterKeys Pro S RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, Cherry MX Blue (Clicky), RGB LED, TenKeyless (Small) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8ETGJ0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.qaeBbPJG8FS0

MasterKeys Pro S is available in MX Blues my dude

Cooler Master :)

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ok guys, im returing the corsair one and getting a nicer keyboard :D
im getting this
https://www.amazon.com/MasterKeys-Mechanical-Keyboard-Intelligent-Switches/dp/B01D8ETGJ0?th=1

https://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-MasterKeys-Mechanical-TenKeyless/dp/B01D8ETGJ0/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1522169644&sr=8-6&keywords=cooler%2Bmaster%2Bkeyboard%2Brgb&th=1

Would anyone recommend a Durgod?

I'm sending my current daily driver back to the Amazon seller for a replacement because the "A" key is being finicky so I saw the excuse to purchase a placeholder because I'm horribly irresponsible and it's Cyber Monday.

This Durgod will be on sale tomorrow but I've also been checking out a Cooler Master MasterKeys Pro S RGB.

Rantopad MXX Chroma is amazing for the price, and it comes with Gateron switches instead of Cherry MX (which many people, including myself, find superior to Cherry.)

Coolermaster MasterKeys Pro S is only $5 above your budget, if you'd rather go with something like that.

You're not going to find one I don't think. The main point of a tenkeyless keyboard is to save space. Why add a feature that works counter to the design goal?

That being said, your best option is probably the Cooler Master MasterKeys Pro S or the Ducky One TKL RGB (out of stock though). Both have volume controls in a function layer.

https://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-MasterKeys-Mechanical-TenKeyless/dp/B01D8ETGJ0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1499715077&sr=8-1&keywords=masterkeys+pro+s


Phenomenal keyboard. I have the blues and they are great. Probably not the best keys for gaming but eh, I'm picking up a second one for my new rig at home that I'm building Wednesday.

For that price you can do MUCH better than the ASUS, and just as portable, while still keeping the RGB lighting.

Some examples:

https://www.amazon.com/MasterKeys-Mechanical-Keyboard-Intelligent-Switches/dp/B01D8ETGJ0/

https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=1541

https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=1754

If you can do without RGB lighting and just do white: https://www.amazon.com/Mechanical-Keyboard-GATERON-Magicforce-Qisan/dp/B01J708CCG/

And if you want one without the F keys: https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=1606

Please look through the sites to find one with the switches you would prefer. I chose switch versions randomly.

Greetings,

Looking for help checking my work on keyboard research.

I'm looking to replace my creaky, decade-old Microsoft Ergonomic 4000 with a decent mechanical keyboard. Budget is unlimited. Here are my primary requirements:

• Full size with tenkey
  
• Backlit RGB
  
• Blue-style keys (I'm not picky enough to require Cherry, just want the click)
  
• Most importantly, Linux compatible; this almost certainly means hardware controls
  
  I have found a few keyboards that meet most of those requirements and offer full RGB, but the typical choices from Logitech, Razer and Corsair require custom software that doesn't play nicely with Linux. Here are the best options I have found:
  
  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014M8Z4E2
  
  This one from Azio has on board memory and customization through hardware rather than software, but the range of colors is limited and there is only one stored preset.
  
  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8ETGJ0
  
  This one from Coolermaster looks nicer and it has Cherry MX Blue keys, although I prefer the flat backplate on the Azio to the key wells on the CM. Still reading reviews on this one to see how flexible the hardware customization is. Looks like it might have more than one stored preset, which is my main issue with the Azio.
  
  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C8PHZMK
  
  This one from Gamdias also seems to have some ability to do hardware programming, but I'm not sure to what extent.
  
  Any other options I haven't considered?

[This] (https://www.amazon.com/MasterKeys-Mechanical-Keyboard-Intelligent-Switches/dp/B01D8ETGJ0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1485643521&sr=8-2&keywords=Masterkey%2Bpro%2Bs&th=1) is nice and cheap, is it worth it?

Blue are generally the best all-around switches, with that in mind, here's a compact (or tenkey-less) keyboard: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01D8ETGJ0/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1481401015&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=rgb+mechanical+compact+keyboard+mx+blue&dpPl=1&dpID=51WfL5uni4L&ref=plSrch

As for headset, would you prefer wired or wireless

https://www.amazon.com/MasterKeys-Mechanical-Keyboard-Intelligent-Switches/dp/B01D8ETGJ0/

$100 after rebate, or $100 without a rebate if you happen to want Cherry MX reds.

Seems like there is a sale on Amazon atm for the newer Masterkeys Pro S RGB just under your budget.

I don't know of many boards with macro keys on the left. I would ask on r/mechanicalkeyboards if they know any. There's a stickied post at the top where you can ask your question.

Alternatively you can go for a TKL board with a numpad so you can put the numpad on the left side. I'd go for the Cooler Master Masterkeys Pro S and something like the Varmilo va22m which is on massdrop right now. Leopold also makes good numpads.

I really like the look of the CM Masterkeys, it looks great, has positive reviews and is within my price point, so I might get that. But nonetheless, I still want the software question to be answered for people who got into my situation.
Thanks for the recommendations!

Quick Edit: It is within my price point in amazon as I posted this, here is the link:https://www.amazon.com/MasterKeys-Mechanical-Keyboard-Intelligent-Switches/dp/B01D8ETGJ0?th=1

thoughts on this keyboard?

Why would you need NOS when you can buy a brand new one right now from Amazon?

You might be thinking of the Novatouch or Quickfire, which are out of production and only available second hand. The MasterKeys is the current lineup, and it's seen a significant price drop in some places since I bought mine a few months ago.

GL with the Norbauer though.

https://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-MasterKeys-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B01D8ETGJ0/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1494469241&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=Masterkeys%2BPro%2BM%2BRGB%2BBlue%2BSwitches&th=1

Had some trouble finding a retailer but, is this the Masterkeys Pro S RGB basically the same? I can't find anyone selling the Pro S White but I do like the size/look/price for the RGB.

If you don't need the numpad buy this keyboard in size: RGB Small

If you do need numpad buy it in size: RGB Large

The switches:

If you want a smooth press every time you push the key down: MX Reds

If you want some resistance to let you know when you've pressed the key hard enough: MX Browns (Very useful for learning to touch type correctly)


https://www.amazon.com/MasterKeys-Mechanical-Keyboard-Intelligent-Switches/dp/B01D8ETGJ0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1487902522&sr=8-2&keywords=cooler%2Bmaster%2Bmasterkeys&th=1

Have had K70 with Reds for a year looking for another RGB board with brown or blue switches. Reds just don't give me that satisfying click when i have to type essays for school.

Great for gaming though. Also would like it to be 80% or without number pad as another drawback with the K70 is it takes it up a lot of space

Looking at these 2 keyboards: http://www.ebay.com/itm/302191575786?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

https://www.amazon.com/MasterKeys-Mechanical-Keyboard-Intelligent-Switches/dp/B01D8ETGJ0/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8&coliid=I10XOW3A55S934&colid=FOQVSB0TG42G&th=1

Cooler Master Masterkeys Pro S.

https://www.amazon.com/MasterKeys-Mechanical-Keyboard-Intelligent-Switches/dp/B01D8ETGJ0

Hey guys, I am looking to buy a cooler master keyboard, either:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B01D8ETGJ0/ref=dp_olp_all_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=all

or

https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B072FQS2YF/ref=dp_olp_all_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=all

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and was wondering if this is a good keyboard, and if I should buy it used/refurbished. Are keyboards that bad if in this condition, or is it worth it to spend $20-$40 extra for a new one. Looking for Cherry MX Blue switches because I am a fairly fast typist (90-120 WPM) and occasionally play video games like CS:GO or Fortnite.

Masterkeys Pro S RGB w/ MX Browns or Reds. I know you said that you didn't want RGB, but it's always nice to have the option and you can just set them to white. They are only $100. Another option is the Masterkeys Pro M White which you can find on Amazon or on Massdrop right now.

Comparison off three TKL keyboards. Which one would you choose?

1. Ducky One TKL RGB (Double Shot ABS Keycaps, detachable non braided cable)
   
   
2. Mastekeys Pro S (Better LED's and lighting overall, ABS keycaps which I'm gonna replace anyway, [If it gets choosen], detachable braided cable)
   
   
3. iKBC F87 RGB (Double Shot PBT Keycaps , non detachable braided cable)
   
   Thank you for you help.

Browns. I was going to get blues but I decided to get browns at the last minute because of noise.




Amazon has some new open-box models for around $80.

MX Blue: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8ETGJ0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_pbZxCbCQYRHX4

MX Brown:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8ETGNQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FaZxCbEAFGV5V

Cooler Master Masterkeys Pro S. I used to have a CM Storm Quickfire which is basically the older name but same model, it's a really good board. Super sturdy build quality, clean sleek look without any "gamer" branding, equally clean keycap legends and a 100% standard key layout, and detachable braided USB cable. Mine didn't have software customization or programmability but I think these newer ones do.

The [Masterkeys Pro S] (https://smile.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-MasterKeys-Mechanical-TenKeyless/dp/B01D8ETGJ0/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510557032&sr=8-3&keywords=masterkeys+pro+s) buy Cooler Master is on sale for $109 (normally $130 give or take a few bucks) and is highly regarded in the community. Some of the most beautiful [custom cases] (https://shop.norbauer.com/) around are made for it as well.

difference between this and this? Are PBT Key Caps something special? I don't care for RGB but they are the same price for the MX brown

If you don't want to shell out a lot of money, go for the E-Element Z-77. If you have money to spend, go for the MasterKeys Pro S.

Edit: Links and punctuation