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RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK Mechanical Keyboards Red/Blue/Brown Switch $20 to $39 + Delivery + Surcharges @ Umart

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RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK Mechanical Keyboards Red/Blue/Brown Switch $20 to $39 + Delivery + Surcharges @ Umart
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Pkdinosaur on 02/12/2024 - 03:58 umart.com.au (2075 clicks)
Last edited 02/12/2024 - 15:41 by 1 other user

Decent keyboards for gaming. I've been using some of RK models and totally happy with their build. Big clearance sale and bloody bargain!!

RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK84 Wireless Bluetooth/2.4Ghz 75% RGB Blue Switch $39
RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK84 RGB 75% Hot Swappable - Blue Switch $20 SOLD OUT
RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK84 RGB 75% Hot Swappable - Red Switch $20 SOLD OUT
RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK84 RGB 75% Hot Swappable - Brown Switch $25 SOLD OUT
RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK84 RGB Limited Ed, 75% Triple Mode BT5.0/2.4G/USB-C Hot Swappable Mechanical Keyboard, RK Yellow Switch, Macchiato White $35 SOLD OUT
RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK68 65% Hot-Swappable Wireless Blue Switch $25 SOLD OUT
RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK68 65% Hot-Swappable Wireless Blue Switch $31 SOLD OUT
RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK84 Wireless Bluetooth/2.4Ghz 75% RGB Blue Switch $31 SOLD OUT

Surcharges: 0% direct deposit, 0.9% card, 1% on all other payments.

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Comments

  • trustnoone on 02/12/2024 - 04:42

    It looks like the brown switch is $30

  • stingyAF on 02/12/2024 - 04:47
    +4

    Great deal. Bought one as a backup. Been using RK after my keychron mysteriously died.
    Also available at MSY.

    • beltdrive on 02/12/2024 - 09:26

      How the RK compare to Keychron out of curiousity?

      • zbc on 02/12/2024 - 09:30
        +4

        In my experience Keychrons are better built but more finicky with a Bluetooth connection. But those are just wild generalisations, and I am a rank amateur at this game.

      • BBear53 on 02/12/2024 - 19:45

        I'm looking for a Keychron sale because my wife's RK96 is dying after about a year of use. She was happy with the feel of it but it's slowly been losing connections.

        First it lost the wired connection. It's permanently connected and keeps charged but won't work with wired. The connection to the dongle went next and it can't use it anymore and now we're down to Bluetooth but even that cuts out periodically, requiring a reset.

        I think it's fine as an entry-level mechanical keyboard because of its price but I won't be buying it again.

    • sombreserotonin on 02/12/2024 - 10:04
      +9

      MSY was purchased by Umart probably over more than a year ago.
      All MSY, PCByte stores and Umart stores are effectively the same company now and all share the same stock.

      • lonewolf on 02/12/2024 - 12:15
        +4

        DAMN, I had no idea about that. in a way thats a shame, less competition.

  • RossRoss on 02/12/2024 - 06:41
    +1

    Can someone please help me understand the difference in the models here? I had a read but couldn't quite figure it out, sorry if it's something quite obvious.

    • anniemal on 02/12/2024 - 06:58
      +3

      I'm no expert but I just bought one.
      As far as i could tell the key variables are wired/wireless, size, switches feel/sound, case colour, backlight color.
      I got wireless, 75% size, brown switches, white case, blue only backlight for $20. https://www.umart.com.au/product/rk-royal-kludge-rk84-blue-b…

      Perhaps someone with more knowledge might recommend a different one. But I've always wanted to try a mechanical keyboard and figured for $20 why not.

      • RossRoss on 02/12/2024 - 07:31
        +1

        Thank you!

    • DuckWearingTopHat on 02/12/2024 - 07:51
      +10

      The brief summary of the switches is

      Red - linear - a smooth travel all the way down no bumps or clicks

      Brown - tactile - while most in the hobby would deny calling brown tactile as the bump is weak and halfway through the travel had yucky it does have a bump as opposed to being smooth all the way down

      Blue - clicky - bump like brown but also has a metal piece to make a clicky noise. Sometimes more tactile feeling but also noisy and will annoy those around you

      • cnut on 02/12/2024 - 09:00

        Good summary. It’s up to personal preference, but I find reds to be the best.

        Get blue if you want to piss people off with the noise.

      • RossRoss on 02/12/2024 - 11:33

        Thanks, thats great!

    • basicconsumer123 on 02/12/2024 - 08:14
      +2

      Get the hot swappable so you can swap out the switch later.

  • SkyeLim on 02/12/2024 - 07:17
    +7

    OOS at all VIC stores!!!!!!!!!!!!! and MSY tooooooo ;)

    • motomon on 02/12/2024 - 07:20
      +3

      Thanks, saved me going through them all.

  • zbc on 02/12/2024 - 07:33
    +4

    Thanks, scored RK ROYAL KLUDGE RK68 65% Hot-Swappable Wireless Mechanical Keyboard, Brown Switch, Black Case for $30.

    These are clearly not OOS in other states, so please do NOT report as expired.

  • CyberTroop on 02/12/2024 - 07:44

    Darn, pulled the trigger on EPOMAKER TH80 2 days ago for $67.50 before the RK ROYAL KLUDGE deal came along. How does both keyboards compare given the $20 price difference. Thanks.

    • zongus on 02/12/2024 - 11:39
      +1

      I have a TH80SE and the volume dial alone is worth the extra cost. None of the RKs have anything comparable.

      • CyberTroop on 02/12/2024 - 12:00

        Thanks mate. I just received my EPOMAKER TH80 today and have no regrets getting it after using it for a few hours.

  • Namidairo on 02/12/2024 - 07:54

    These are likely to be outemu rebranded switches if you were wondering.

    Their red ones felt a little bit on the scratchy side to me.

    They're not particularly standout boards in any way, but the price is low enough to throw the keyboard at the nearest child who is still using some old dome board they got with their computer. (As in a gift, not literally throwing keyboards at people)

    The software is horse manure, and the firmware updaters are not unlikely to permanently brick your board. So avoid those.

    • Orrelljet on 02/12/2024 - 08:07

      On the plus side, RK tend to put decent batteries in their keyboards, definitely compared to Akko at any rate. I have a RK98 which I swapped to Outemu silent whites and it's a pretty decent keyboard. At these prices, there's little to no real competition.

      • Namidairo on 02/12/2024 - 08:58
        +1

        On the plus side, RK tend to put decent batteries in their keyboards, definitely compared to Akko at any rate.

        In terms of longevity, capacity, or "propensity to go into thermal runaway and turn keyboard into puddle of melted plastic"? I've seen at least one instance of RK board going full meltdown, but in reality it's possible anywhere the lipo pouch fails short. I don't know enough about the part selection of BMS and battery in these boards to have a sure opinion on any brand's safety compared to another.

        In regards to Akko… I think everyone is at the point where they just recommend their sub-brand Monsgeek instead. In particular, their QMK/VIA compatible boards. I do believe the M1 V5 has just launched, so it should filter down to the AU resellers soon. It looks like the M1 might not have a wired-only option anymore, since their site seems to indicate a 8000mAh battery and wireless on both M1 V5 models.

        • Orrelljet on 02/12/2024 - 09:33

          Longevity. I'm not pretending to know anything about the battery makeup.

    • huggsymersh on 02/12/2024 - 09:55

      Thanks for the write-up.As well as the battery info in your later comment.

      I was in the market for a mech to throw at a child, but knowing their limitations and lack of refinement makes me feel better that I missed out.

      I'm probably in the minority that prefer a wired keyboard with no battery inside. I swap out keyboards occasionally but it doesn't bother me so much. I just hate the idea of a non-replaceable battery sitting in there and eventually dying.

      • Namidairo on 02/12/2024 - 10:55

        I just hate the idea of a non-replaceable battery sitting in there and eventually dying.

        I wouldn't say they're completely non-replaceable. Usually just a lipo pouch cell with a 2-pin JST connector. Only issue is sourcing the correct dimensions + connector to fit in the case and making sure the polarity matches. These typically run fine in wired mode without the battery connected too.

        Well, at least for these boards where I think it's just unscrew and lift up. Any board that requires a pry tool for disassembly (Aula comes to mind), I would probably hate to do due to the likelihood of scratching the case.

        • huggsymersh on 02/12/2024 - 11:21

          Yes I understand they can be replaced with a bit of know-how, but I'd be scared of breaking things when certain cases aren't designed to be opened up. Saw a YouTuber break plastic tabs on a nuphy which would make me pretty upset.

          The only manufacturer that I know of that makes wireless keyboards with user replaceable batteries (AAA, I think) are Leopold.

          https://leopold.co.kr/product/fc750rbt-pd-%EC%B0%A8%EC%BD%9C…

          I actually have the wired version of this and it's really solid.

          But I don't think there are any Australian distributors anymore. I suspect it's because they are expensive and the lack of bells and whistles of so much of the competition, as well possibly some yuck colour choices in their designs.

          Maybe it's also the same old story. Many features + lower quality beats Minimal features built to a higher quality.

  • Legend193 on 02/12/2024 - 08:17

    I love my RK84, but I find it difficult to type accurately on the red switches. Has anyone tried the Outemu Silent Yellow Jades, or have any recommendations for other silent switches?

    • Limbot on 02/12/2024 - 09:32
      +2

      Running Outemu Silent Cream Yellows in my RK61 and Kailh Whale Silents in my GMK61 (both tactile silents). I'm only new to this keyboard stuff but definitely prefer the feel and sound of the Kailhs but then they're completley different keyboards (gasket, pcb vs tray mount, aluminium) and the Kailhs were substantially more expensive than the Outemus…. YMMV :)

      If you've missed on on the RKs and after a "budget" mechanical keyboard I'd suggest looking at the GMK61 on Aliexpress. I paid about $32US for it and that's with switches and keycaps but because it's hot swappable you can change it up however you want. .

      • Subada on 02/12/2024 - 10:06

        Do you know if there are other brands that are hot swappable with the RK besides outemu?

        • Limbot on 02/12/2024 - 11:26
          +1

          When looking at hot swap switches there's 2 things I've found you need to look out for:
          1. 3 pin and 5 pin switches. Not a biggie because if you buy a 5 pin switch but your PCB only supports 3 pin switches you just use nail clippers or side cutters to remove the additional 2 plastic pins
          2. There appears to be two "standard" hot swap sockets. There's the Outemu ones which are generally found on really cheap keyboards. This only accept thin pinned switches (I.e. the metal contact switches that plug into the board are thinner) like the Outemu and Akko Switches. The other type of socket is a Kailh socket which will support all switches whether the contacts are thick or thin. My RK61 and GMK61 have Kailh style 5 pin so will support anything. I have a cheapo Temu ($3.50) hot swappable (HXSJ V900) which only accepts 3 pin Outemu switches…..

          I previously had the Kailhs in the RK61 but swapped them into the GMK61.

          Hope this helps.

          • Subada on 02/12/2024 - 12:18

            @Limbot: Thanks! That definitely helped break it down.

      • Legend193 on 02/12/2024 - 12:44

        Thanks for the insight, I'll take a look at the a
        Kailhs. :)

  • phpp990 on 02/12/2024 - 08:21
    -1

    Wish that they have num pad

  • kulprit on 02/12/2024 - 08:45

    Have been looking at getting a rainy75 or similar but not sure at this price whether I should just save the money instead.

    • oreopizza on 02/12/2024 - 08:57

      I was in the same boat and bit the bullet on the RK's

    • DuckWearingTopHat on 02/12/2024 - 09:53
      +1

      The trick is you can never have enough keyboards. You will buy this then you will buy new caps and switches then you will end up buying the higher end aluminium board anyways

  • Hardicus on 02/12/2024 - 09:17

    Thanks, bought one for work.

  • ABK7 on 02/12/2024 - 09:34
    +1

    I bought this "RK89 85% 89 Keys Triple Mode" for $35. I hope it will be good.

  • macrocephalic on 02/12/2024 - 11:26
    +4

    Almost bought one then realised that it doesn't have the function key row. I'm way too old to unlearn using those.

  • bleeder on 02/12/2024 - 11:38

    For some reason the YouTube algorithm stopped giving me keyboard reviewers. Really grateful for that, what a stupid hobby I was into. I totally forgot about it because YouTube made me forget!

  • TheBardsTale on 02/12/2024 - 11:43

    Any good deals on a full size mechanical keyboard?

  • lonewolf on 02/12/2024 - 12:18

    damn all the good ones gone :(

  • luffyex2010 on 02/12/2024 - 13:31

    Damn can't post the link kaiju 8 key cap… Not sure if it fits

    • Namidairo on 02/12/2024 - 13:56
      +1

      It's likely to be unsuitable with the stock switches (ie. full 4.0mm travel) if it's a set in Cherry Profile due to north-facing interference. (Cherry Profile sometimes gets auto-translated from Chinese into "Factory profile" or similar, not to be confused with OEM profile. Keep this in mind if buying sets off of Taobao, AliExpress or the dumpster fire known as Temu)

  • LeoS on 02/12/2024 - 22:23
    +1

    Damn it! Am spewing i missed out! This looked like an awesome bargain!

  • timeismana on 03/12/2024 - 01:33

    geez these all sold out quick

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