Keychron Q8 Alice Layout QMK 100% Custom Hot-Swappable Mechanical Keyboard Barebone Knob Version (Black) (Q8-B1)

Keychron Q8 Alice Layout QMK 100% Custom Hot-Swappable Mechanical Keyboard Barebone Knob Version (Black)Keychron Q8Keychron Q8 is a 65% Alice layout all-metal mechanical keyboard. With its all-metal CNC machined body, a full-size layout, double-gasket design, QMK/VIA support, and knob option, the Q8 meets all your practical needs and gives you a high-end typing experience.A Refined Piece Of Metal ArtThe entire metal body is crafted with 6063 aluminum that is processed through CNC machined, polished, anodized, sandblasted, and undergoes 24 more manufacturing stages to make this solid metal piece of art that is the Q8.All-Around Customizable KeyboardTo build a fully customizable keyboard, we designed every component easily assembled. Therefore, you can customize and adjust each component you want.Programmable KnobDesigned to enhance your creative workflow, the premium rotary encoder allows you to easily customize your favorite keys and macros on the knob through the VIA software.
You can easily customize the Q8's knob to your desired key or macro commands like zooming in/out, adjusting screen brightness, brush size, volume, selecting video clips or photos, or backlight hue.An Epic Core Inside The KeyboardA brand new ultra-low-power MCU Arm structure that is powerful and armed with 128K Flash to provide more flexibility for developers. The polling rate is up to 1000 Hz out of the box, which makes latency non-existent for the competitive game.Switch layouts between macOS & WindowsBuilt with the Mac users’ experience in mind while still retaining compatibility for Windows devices, the Keychron Q8 comes with a system toggle and an additional set of customized keycaps for both Windows and macOS systems. You can now save two different layouts on the keyboard, one for each system.Program Q8 with QMK & VIAWith full QMK and VIA support, you can easily program and remap each key on the keyboard. The open-source firmware means endless possibilities for keyboard layouts, shortcuts, backlight effects, even the knob, and more.Hot-swappableThe hot-swappable sockets are mounted on the PCB, so you can install or change the switches without soldering. The PCB supports both 3 pin and 5 pin MX mechanical switches.South-facing RGB LED LightsThe south-facing RGB LED is designed to better illuminate the keyboard backlight from the typist’s angle with the premium non-shine-through PBT keycaps installed. The south-facing RGB is also free from interference when the users install OEM or Cherry-profile alternative keycaps on the keyboard.All New Screw-in PCB StabilizersThe screw-in design increases stability and makes it easier for changes and upgrades. Precise craftsmanship makes the stabilizers more stable and less shaky. The big keys’ (space bar, shift, enter, delete) typing experience is now more stable and smooth. The Keychron Q8 also supports third-party stabilizers, including Cherry or Durock.ANSI & ISO LayoutsISO layout is widely used in Europe while the ANSI layout is widely used by the rest of the world.Note: If you live in Europe, we recommend you purchase the "Barebone ISO” version with the corresponding ISO keycaps. The "Barebone ISO” is suitable for all ISO keyboard countries like the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, etc.

Specification

• Width: 136mm
• Length: 358mm
• Front Height: 19.8mm (without keycaps)
• Back Height: 31.5mm (without keycaps)
• Feet Height: 2.7mm
• Angle: 5°
• Weight: 1820 g ± 10g (the fully assembled weight)
• Body Material: Full CNC machined aluminum
• Plate: Steel
• Rolling Rate: 1000Hz
• MCU: Ultra-low-power Arm Cortex-M4 32-bit STM32L432 (128KB Flash)
• Backlight: South-facing RGB LED
• Switch Support: Hot-swappable (5 pin & 3 pin)
• Stabs: Screw-in PCB stabilizer
• Connectivity: Type-C cable
• Cable: Type-C cable + Type-A to Type-C adapter
• Operating Environment: -10℃ to 50℃
• Warranty: 1 Year