Amazon Basics Gaming Keyboard

I always wanted a RGB keyboard and at a sale price I got one from Amazon Basics! First off, this keyboard is heavy and big in size. No flex in this puppy - nice an strong. Comes with a braided USB connector about 4 feet in length, software CD for the control of the RGB lights, or you can download the software directly from Amazon. The keyboard keys are nice and of a good size, I hate the small click keys so common these days that come with computers. I just do not like the feel of those keys when typing, guess I am too old style since I learned to type with an old IBM keyboard back in the day. This keyboard has the RGB lights under the keys, interesting, I accidentally knocked one key off and holding it to the light I noted you can see the letters and number through the key, that means that there are no printed or painted letters/numbers on the top of each key to wear out - might be a laser cut but not sure The feel of the keyboard is good but you may need to use a bit more force while typing, you do hear a clicking sound but this is a membrane keyboard not a cherry, red, blue, or green movement style keyboard. I can type about 100 words a minute even at my age without a problem on this keyboard. The colors RGB can be changed a number of ways, styles, and color of the lights. You can play with various combinations. This is also a gamer keyboard and can be programmed as you see fit, I am not a gamer per say but it is good to have that option if needed in the future. My spouse is checking out my keyboard with envious eyes which speaks for itself. It does have its limits - for example it is heavy and large so some folks may wish to look elsewhere if you have a small desk area. It is a USB port keyboard not a wi-fi device. But for the price I am a happy camper. I am now looking for RGB mouse to go with this keyboard. As is the case with Amazon Basics products I feel you get value for your money. You can check it out on Youtube to see if this meets your needs.

How to easily add volume control to keyboard (review below) This may seem complicated but it's very easy and took me about 1 minute from start to finish. To add volume control to this keyboard just Google 3RVX and download the latest version from their site. Once downloaded type 3RVX in the Windows search, right click on it and select open folder. You will see 3RVX and Settings, open the Settings. Go to the settings tab and click the + then in the first drop down menu select "volume up" then click on the next box and press whatever key you want to assign it to (something you don't use like "next track") and then click the + and select "volume down" and assign that to a different key. If you want these binds to work after you restart your PC make sure you go to the general tab and select "start with Windows" and your done. I saw a bunch of reviews complaining about the lack of volume controls so I figured I would share this in case anyone really wanted to add it. It works great for me and gave the keyboard an extra bit of utility. Review: As for the keyboard itself the quality seems pretty nice. The key presses aren't like a mechanical keyboard but for me that's not a problem, I prefer the quieter style of keyboards. The keys take a little more force to press then my last keyboard but I actually like it and it feels pretty nice for gaming since. Once you download the software you can create 3 different back light colors and cycle them with a press of a button. The lighting options are pulse, blink, on or off and there is 3 different brightness settings that go from kind of dim to kind of bright. Coming from a very flat Razor Deathstalker keyboard it's going to take some getting used to but for the price I got more then I expected. The only thing I don't like is that after a few minutes of inactivity the backlight automatically shuts off and I haven't found a way to change that in the settings. This only happens when I'm watching a video or something like that so it's not a huge problem but I'm still not used to it and I think my PC is going to sleep or there was a problem. Overall for a budget gaming keyboard its better then I expected. I will update this review if I have any issues over time.

TLDR; Good board, will recommend. Pros: Nice to type with, better than a membrane, 5x3 macros are tops, colors are RGB and bright, media keys are great. Cons: Space key sounds springy, keyboard is tall, software is tedious to use, WASD and arrow keys are textured Okay, the main complaint I've seen by people is how the title says "Mechanical feel". I haven't used many real mechanical keyboards, but coming from a membrane keyboard? This is pretty mechanical feeling. You need slightly more force to actuate the key, and when you do it releases suddenly into the keypress. There's no rubbery feeling at the bottom of the key, or at least not that I can feel compared to my other one. It's also a little louder and audibly clicks when they key is pressed, making it easier to confidently type than my other keyboard. The 5 macro keys is a step down from the 6 I had before, but the M1-M3 buttons are amazing. I've already got M1 and M2 filled, and I'm looking for a use for the M3. 15 macros is just awesome. The lighting is RGB as well, instead of just 7 colors or something. VERY surprising on a keyboard at this price :) I keep it on red since that's the theme of my set up, but if I ever changed the theme I'd know I could have any color I'd like. The media keys at the top are nice too since before I had to hit FN and F9-F12 to manipulate my music. There isn't a volume adjust though, but I think you might be able to do that on the G1-G5 keys, but I can't say for sure. Regardless, still convenient. The cons are minimal when you consider the price. The space key has a springy sound when you hit it, but if you've got headphones on you can't even hear it. They keyboard is about half an inch taller than my old one, so I had to get used to the extra height. The software needed to be updated right away, and it didn't really make it easier to use, just fixed bugs. The process you need to go through to create macros is unnecessarily complex and makes it a bit tedious to create a batch of macros. Lastly the WASD and arrow keys are slightly textured where they've been etched, which you can notice a little bit in games. It doesn't take more than a day or two to get used to though, and I imagine will wear down after a while. All in all, I'd recommend this board 100%. Very glad I took the gamble with it :) I'll update this post if something changes or breaks through normal use.

Edit 5/16/2019 after months of using this, i have to rate it down to 3/5 stars now. The back lighting issue is just so annoying and the fact that amazon cant put out some kind of update for this keyboard is just bad. also at first I thought the no volume key wouldnt be so bad, but after a while, this would of been nice to have. other than those, its still working find and still not a bad keyboard, but ONLY if you dont pay full price for it. worth if for maybe $20. Good overall keyboard for any day use whether its for gaming or regular use. It does have some issues quality control wise and software wise. Mine came with WASA instead of WASD, and some keys felt loose or stiff. I did get a replacement which fixed these problems, so just be aware you may need to order a replacement if amazon doesnt do better quality control on this product. The other issue I have with the keyboard is, the lighting turns off after 10 minutes if not being used, regardless if plugged into USB 2.0 or 3.0. Cant figure out how to turn this off, and the included software does not have anything for this, which is why im giving 4 stars and not 5. if you know how to fix this, please let me know. Pros: Good solid weight to it, doesnt feel cheaply made choose between 3 pre selected light colors or customize the 3 light choices. media controls on top visible indicator for caps lock, num lock and scroll lock (some keyboards dont have this) windows lock 5 macro keys 3 profiles to customize cons: quality control issue light turns off after 10 mins issue. Light doesnt shine through keys as bright as the keyboard does.

I was in the market for a keyboard to use mostly for gaming, but also for regular everyday use tasks as well. This keyboard was probably the best for my purposes as it provided convenient mix of features to handle both tasks very well. FIRST IMPRESSIONS: -Good weight, sturdy construction -Good paint on keys -Resilient USB cable with decent length -Spacing of keys feels comfortable -Features number pad (for other office/daily tasks) -Multimedia controls at the top -Straight-forward software installation and set-up (comes with CD for installation, and a link to download if CD drive isn't an option) GAMING: -Included software to customize the features of the keyboard (lighting, macros, sensitivity) -Brightly backlit (even in a lighted room) and features various brightness levels (I believe 3) and a spectrum of any color you could want -Able to toggle between 3 selected colors on the fly via a dedicated button -Breath/pulse, strobe lighting features -Able to bind macros to 5 keys located on the left hand side -Able to adjust the sensitivity and input delay of each key press Overall, it has many features to supplement all of your gaming needs, however it cannot be compared fairly to a truly mechanical keyboard when it comes to the sensitivity of pushing each key (requires noticeably more effort). I understood that this was not mechanical, and I opted for a non-mechanical keyboard because I didn't want they loudness that comes with mechanical keyboard as I tend to play into the late hours of the night.If you're buying this product with the expectation that it will be able to compete with or replace a mechanical keyboard, this is not the product for you. However if you're in the market for a nicely crafted, customizable keyboard for gaming without the "clickity clack", then give this product a shot!

As is becoming ever so increasingly common when Amazon is the merchant, I received an obviously used item in place of the new item I elected and paid for. The frequency that this has been occurring and the amount of use/wear to the items received is becoming a bit ridiculous. </rant> As for the keyboard itself; The keyboard itself is pretty is meh even given the low price point. Be advised it feels much more like a traditional membrane/dome keyed keyboard than a mechanical or other "mechanical like" keyboards I've used from Razer and Logitech. The keys themselves are mushy, the actuation force is ok, (similar to MX Red) but there is no real distinction between bottoming out and the activation point. Lacking tactile feedback on top of this makes for a pretty horrid experience if you're wanting or expecting anything remotely similar to a mechanical keyboard. That being said; I actually think it's pretty good value for it's price point considering it features media keys, anti-ghosting & hotkeys along with some other novelties you don't typically see in keyboards in this price range - Just know you're not getting anything remotely close to the tactile experience of a mechanical keyboard should you elect to purchase this.

The macros are saved in the keyboard! My company computer will not allow drivers to be loaded and most of the macro enabled keyboards I have seen requires the drivers to use the macros. I created the macros on my personal laptop, plugged it in to the company laptop, and they worked perfectly! update 1/18/21 Keyboard still working great and I'm thrilled they included the software link on the product listing. Not sure why all the people are hating on this keyboard recently. Only reasonable complaint is the lack of volume controls other than the mute button. Everything else is bull. It is a mechanical "feel" keyboard, the colors stay on for me (maybe a setting in the software, I'm not certain), and I have had no issues at all with it other than the ENTER button popping off when I get a bit too enthusiastic and start slamming keys. That being said, it pops right back on with no issues. People complaining about a keyboard of this quality with INTERNAL MEMORY for the macros makes no sense what so ever to me. 8/4/22 Still using the keyboard and love it! Have not bothered to upgrade the software because it’s still working great! Plug it into my personal laptop when I want to create new macros, upload them to the internal memory, then plug back into my company laptop and chug along!

This is a very nice gaming keyboard especially since it is not a "Mechanical" keyboard and is only $30. I switched from my old mechanical keyboard to this one and I have not regretted it. Although a true mechanical keyboard is probably more durable, this one looks and feels like a mechanical keyboard to me. I really enjoy how you can customize the lights and set up macros. I had no trouble downloading software from the link provided above. However, I was disappointed in the instructions. Although they do help with the software and first time set up they failed to mention how to use certain features of the keyboard such as how to turn on Windows Lock (Windows Key+Fn) and how to switch between off, pulsing, blinking, and on lights. (The key that looks like a light bulb with a three in the middle+Fn) I have yet to get used to the different size of the keyboard. I often will mistake the G1-G5 keys with a second row of normal keys which makes me mess up the positioning of my hands, however I believe this will not be a problem once I get used to it. I also wish the keyboard was slightly brighter because in a bright environment (even when lights are set to maximum brightness) the keys do not seem to be lit up, however in a dim or dark environment the keys are pretty well lit up. I have also noticed it is very hard to remove the spacebar key from the keyboard for cleaning. All other keys do seem to be fine. I wish the indicator lights changed color with the rest of the keyboard is was not always red. Overall, I think with some minor improvements to the instructions and a slightly brighter keyboard, this could be one of the best keyboards on the market especially since it is only $30 for a very good keyboard.

Me animé a comprar este teclado porque estaba en oferta (cerca del 20% de desc.) y resultó muy bueno. Antes tenía un teclado súper barato (pack de teclado y ratón por menos de $500) y en las imagenes se ve la diferencia de luminosidad del teclado, tamaño, y calidad. Sin duda el de amazon es superior en todo. Viene un cd con el programa del producto (quien usa cd`s??). Ahí puedes establecer los tipos de colores que va a prender tu teclado, las macros y sensibilidades. Desde luego el idioma del teclado está en inglés, así que los acentos, la "ñ", "¡" y "¿" te resultarán difícil acostumbrarte.

Perfect Buget Friendly Keyboard for Gamers Strong and sturdy Build Heavy and Well built Programmable keys and Led backlit I Recommend this keyboard for all my Budget friendly Gamer Friends The feel and typing Experience is Great as well

** Hardware ** Die Tastatur fühlt sich beim Schreiben sehr gut an und liefert eine gute Rückmeldung bezüglich des Druckpunktes der Tasten. Evtl. sollten die Tasten selbst etwas größer sein, da diese für mein Gefühl etwas zu eng sind. Mit Hilfe einer auf der Tastatur angebrachten Taste kann die Beleuchtungsfarbe ohne Software gewechselt werden. Im Auslieferungszustand sind dies: Grün, Blau und Rot. Hierbei muss angemerkt werden, das die Statusanzeige für Caps-Lock, Num-Lock, usw. die Farbe nicht mit wechseln. Diese verbleiben Rot (s. Bild) was jedoch zumindest mit dem Rot der Hintergrundbeleuchtung harmoniert ;) Evtl. ist es möglich, das mit der Software zu ändern, was mich jedoch zu meinem nächsten Punkt kommen lässt: ** Software ** Leider kann ich bezüglich der Software nichts positives sagen: - Die Setup-Routine lässt keinerlei Änderung irgendwelcher Parameter zu, sondern kann nur in das durch die Software vorgesehene Verzeichnis zur Installation verwenden. Ausser der Wahl zwischen 'Abbruch' und 'Installieren' steht keine Option zur Verfügung. - Die Installation wurde dann - ohne Fehler - vom Installer durchgeführt. - Beim Start der Software (Stand: 01.08.2018) in Version 1.0.1.7 bekomme ich unter Windows 10 64Bit Version 1803 den Fehler 'EAccess Violation". Das war's :( Der Versuch mit Hilfe des Supports den Fehler evtl. beheben zu können blieb leider erfolglos, man war jedoch sehr bemüht. Leider half dies nicht, die Software zum Laufen zu bringen - ehrlich gesagt, hatte ich das Gefühl die Dame war etwas überfordert und kannte die Software gar nicht. Da mir vom Support ein Rabatt auf Grund der nicht funktionierenden Software gewährt wurde, werde ich die Tastatur trotzdem behalten. Evtl. wird es ja mit einem kommenden Update besser... Nach den Rezessionen hier und auf Amazon.com scheint der Fehler nicht jeden Besitzer mit Windows 10 zu treffen. Sollte also evtl. ein anderer Nutzer eine Idee zur Installation der Software unter Win10 Pro 64Bit haben, wäre ich dankbar. Normalerweise hätte ich für die - bei mir - nicht funktionierende Software zwei Punkte abgezogen, da der Support sich jedoch wirklich (leider erfolglos) bemüht hat und der wirklich guten Haptik vergebe ich dennoch 4 Sterne. @Amazon: Wenn die Software läuft gibt es auch 5 Sterne, Kommandozeilentool würde mir auch reichen ;) 04.11.2018. Nachtrag: Dank einer Person, die hier in den Rezessionen die Lösung verraten hat, bin ich nun auch in der Lage die Tastatur wie vorgesehen zu nutzen :) Sein Tipp mit einer einfachen Änderung der Konfigurationsfiles hat bei mir funktioniert. Um auch den etwas unbedarfteren weiterzuhelfen, hier nochmal eine etwas genauere Lösungsbeschreibung: - Software von Amazon installieren. Dies führt unweigerlich zunächst einmal wieder zu dem bekannten Fehler. Macht nix! - Da man bei der Installation keine Wahl hat, sollte die Software bei jedem i gleichen Verzeichnis liegen: c:\Program Files (x86)\AmazonBasics gaming software\ Die Datei hat jedoch Zugriffsbeschränkungen, weshalb man das folgende als Administrator machen muss. Aber keine Panik, es ist ganz einfach: 1. Die Windows-Taste und gleichzeitig die Taste R drücken 2. Es öffnet sich ein kleines weisses Fenster, wo man nun "notepad.exe" eingibt (ob mit oder ohne die Anführungszeichen ist egal. 3. Es öffnet sich nach dem Klicken auf OK - wer hätte das geahnt - der Editor von Microsoft. Aber vorsicht! Durch das Procedere hat der Notepad nun administrative Rechte. 4. Nun im Menü des Editors auf "Datei" und "öffnen" gehen und sich durch den oben angegebenen Pfad bis zum Installationsverzeichnis hangeln. 5. In dem Dateidialog vom Editor ist unten Rechts über den Knöpfen "OK/Abbrechen" ein Auswahlfeld, dass auf "Alle Dateien *.*" umgestellt werden muss. 6. Die Datei "main_config.ini" mit dem Editor öffnen 7. In der Datei steht praktisch nur der eine Eintrag "Language=-1" diesen einfach auf "Language=6" ändern und die Datei speichern. 8. Die Amazonsoftware aufrufen (sollte eigentlich gehen, hab das hier nun bei vier verschiedenen Rechner verifiziert) Sollte das nicht geklappt haben, einfach noch mal von vorne Anfangen, manchmal klappt das nicht mit den höheren Rechten und die Datei lässt sich nicht ändern. Beim zweiten Mal hat es dann bei mir funktioniert *freu* Viel Spass mit der Tastatur, den hatte ich zwar schon längere Zeit, aber jetzt erst kann die auch alles was versprochen wurde. Schade, dass niemand bei Amazon darauf gekommen ist :( Bin nicht Nachtragend, daher gebe ich - wie versprochen - jetzt die fünf Sterne für das Produkt. Das Produkt ist sehr gut, nur mit dem Support hapert es noch ein wenig. Und wenn ich schon dabei bin: ich arbeite jeden Tag 4-10 Stunden an meinem Rechner und die Tastatur fühlt sich noch immer so an, wie am ersten Tag.

As I am back working at home, I wanted a sturdy keyboard. This is definitely it. It's not quiet by any stretch. You will get great tactile feedback if you're a touch typist. What I like best about it was that I was able to program my Keyboard/Video/Monitor switch control keys using the key mapping software. I was worried the KVM would not see it. (That was the case with my Razer mouse.) I did download 3RVX to map volume up and down, as there are not specific keys for it.

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