MonsGeek M5 QMK DIY Kit
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MonsGeek M5 QMK DIY Kit
Weighing approximately 2.5kg, the M5 is MonsGeek's first full-size, aluminum barebones kit.
The M5 is equipped with 108 keys, making it a 100% barebones kit that features a variety of function keys and a numeric area. This feature-rich design allows the user to type comfortably, making it suitable for gamers, office workers, programmers and typists in various scenarios.
Disclaimer: We do NOT sell domestic non-VIA/QMK kits in the Global Store. All M-Series wired models you see are international versions only.
Characteristics
South facing RGB
The M5's south-facing PCB avoids interference with Cherry profile keycaps and offers greater compatibility and flexibility.
Customizable RGB
The M5 Custom Aluminum Kit offers approximately 18 preset lighting modes that allow the user to adjust the brightness and flow rate. Additionally, it supports a wide range of RGB effects with more than 16.8 million colors available. Users can also install an upcoming JSON file to access even more lighting effects and configurations.
New silver accent
To add a touch of class and elegance, we chose a beautiful silver accent that you'll fall in love with no matter how you look at it.
Stabilizers
PCB Mount/Screw-in stabilizers tend to vibrate less. M5 uses Akko stabilizers (un-assembled) with nylon housing in case users want to lubricate.
N-key rollover
N-Key Rollover Technology allows all keys to be used simultaneously, ensuring every keystroke is recorded and preventing ghosting.
Engraved back design
The QMK version of the M5 aluminum kit adopted the new engraved back design with a redesigned sticker for aesthetic purposes.
QMK / VIA
MonsGeek M5 supports VIA for cross-platform (Linux/Mac/Windows) advanced keyboard configuration.
This feature is exclusively for the international version of M5.
3mm luggage foam
Monsgeek has developed its own affordable material that works just as well as Poron.
*Disclaimer: Using thicker foam may reduce flexibility; Whether you use it or not depends on your personal preferences.
PET insulation layer
The bottom of the case was provided with a PET insulation layer to avoid short circuit problems. While such issues are rare, we want to provide additional protection.
Please note: This keyboard is a barebones keyboard and requires simple assembly. Switches and keycaps (sold separately).
Accessories to play along with
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Teflon pads
Additional Teflon pads are included for users who wish to perform a power interruption modification.
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Tape
Additional band for users who want to do band modification.
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Foam
MonsGeek supplies a 3mm thick custom foam as standard for a balanced feel. Disclaimer: the foam will affect the overall sound profile and flex.
Information about the product
MonsGeek M5 QMK DIY Kit
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Customer Reviews
I recently ordered the M5 keyboard with some Akko switches and key caps (full Akko experience!). I am gonna start by saying that I am extremely happy with my experience. The keyboard is premium, sturdy, packed with all the tools (foam, gaskets, tape, etc) to make the keyboard sound as you’d like. Once I added the switches, I was super happy. It sounded just like the way I wanted (obviously the kind of switch you go for have a big impact on the final sound, for what concerns me I decided to go for the Akko piano linear switch v3). I am also very satisfied with the stabilisers that are included with this keyboard. At first I started modding the stabs but honestly, I realised that all you need is some lube, I have 0 complains and I think if you are approaching to the world of mechanical keyboard for the first time, it is a luxury not having to mod the stabilisers. By all means you can do it if you want to, but is not necessary, and having to just lube them makes the assembly so much easier.
Talking about the assembly, one thing I would suggest to Akko is making it easier for people to figure out what the tools included in the box are for, and maybe providing a link to a step by step assembly video. Being a newbie, I realised I spent a lot of time trying to understand how to assemble the keyboard and what some of the stickers were for. It’s all part of the learning process and I had fun figuring things out online, but the process could be made more accessible.
Also, for example, I realised that I always had to disconnect and reconnect my usb cable after booting my pc, for the keyboard to be recognised. After a while searching online, I ended up on an Akko page where it was mentioned that this is a known issue, that can be solved by flashing an update on the motherboard. Doing that solved the issue straight away, but again it would have been nice if the keyboard came with some useful links for common questions/issues.
Overall though, like I said, the experience is totally positive. The product is not cheap, but I think it strikes a great balance between price and quality. Also, there are not many full size keyboards in the “custom keyboard” world, and in my opinion, this is a great choice.
Ps. Like other people mentioned, the cherry on top would have been being able to purchase an ISO layout version of the keyboard, but in a couple of weeks I was able to get used to it.
Dear Akko
I'm interested in MonsGeek M5 QMK with Iso Layout. Full Keyboard.
Like so many European clients,
I would appreciate a version of this keyboard with an Iso layout.
I am the owner of a MonsGeek M1W SP with iso layout, its fantastic keyboard.
Best Regards!
Really good quality keyboard i bought this for my wife as a gift very impressed with it easy to build and really nice sound :) my only gripe was missing screws from the pcb plate i had to use some spares fro. Another kit i already own so 1 less star. But apart from that minor gripe the keyboard is great :)
Nice kit, very well make. Robust and nice and with a lot of extras to improve the sound
I miss a switch extract tool
Amazing looking keyboard case, very easy to disassemble. My only gripes with the board are the unavailability of an ISO layout and no inclusion of a keycap and switch puller in the packaging.
