Glorious GMMK 2 first impressions + the longest rant....oof 

THANK YOU for showing side by side all the keyboards. Now i know it is similar to tkl as its size. And it finished my keyboard search. I was looking a compact size white keyboard with iso-tr keycaps. I looked %75 and tkl keyboards. There are some options but i couldnt find any iso-tr keycaps. And glorious offers gmmk 2 96 with white iso-tr layout. Now ill just buy it and im perfect! Thank you again mr!

Just watched this, it was in depth. I figured a year later you would update us but I searched for GMMK on your channel and didn't see an update.

Thanks for the comparison with the Logitech G as this is my main. I too love my numpad so the GMMK 2 sounds like a winner. How are you finding it so far?

I was thinking of getting the razer huntsman mini but ive already got the sk61

The main issue with the G815/915 and 915TKL are the keys for me/us. I used the TKL and one of my sons the 915 and we had no letters after about 8 to 9 months and you really cant' replace the keys. He is still using my TKL but I switched to a GMMK Pro and have been very happy. I do a lot of UNIX work so I want my F keys but have finally gotten use to no numpad... taken a while but I don't have space with multiple customer laptops on my desk plus the gaming issue you mention. I'm getting ready to build a keyboard for my sister, who needs a numpad, so I've been eyeing this for a while. I have some Glorious Raptors (VERY CLICKY) in my Pro I'll probably replace with Pandas for tactile to put in hers. Those keycaps actually look great IMHO! Thank you for showing how big it is vs the TKL, don't think I've seen anyone show that!

Less than 96% has its place. Far away from my desk. Honestly, I use the numpad and nav cluster on my 96% when playing games, as I'm a left-mouser. I'm just glad the GMMK uses the 1800 layout instead of cramming the nav cluster and numpad super-tight like the RK100. That little space makes SO MUCH DIFFERENCE. Also, I'm 100% with you on reds. Light linears are just horrible for typing. SO easy to hit more than one key per press if you're not incredibly careful.

The reason why I chose GMMK 2 96 over mod 007 v2 and GMMK pro is because of the numpad and software support

these guys are always pushing the crappiest gear, logitech, lol

You hate the red switches but bought the Gateron switches instead? o.O Weird

I just ordered the GMMK2 96 % myself (pre-built) and hence was looking for more impressions of it and found this. I know the neverending search for a perfect keyboard, lols. Hoping the GMMK2 especially with hotswap capability will finally fit the bill. I'm using Razer Huntsman V2 TKL atm with clicky switches and it's very good but the lack of numpad is felt, plus I'm honestly not sure if it's actually the "click" I like or the bottom-out feeling in this one. GMMK2 96 % is only one button unit wider than the TKL I have now if I got it right and I've always found compact layout keyboard the most comfy to use, the less "stuff" there is around the edges the better. Curious to hear how you liked the GMMK2 and is it still in use for you or did you find something better?

Loving the content and I myself recently (not even 2wks) got into custom building keyboards my first pick is the GMMK 2, wanted to know how your GMMK Pro has been doing haha

Appreciate the video and how in depth you went I'm wanting the barebones kit as well, but what's stopping me is what I assume is the loss of the (display of) function keys (To toggle volume etc). It looks like that feature is only present on the their pre built model (with the abs key caps). Do you know if they make any other key caps for this board that do the job? If not, I might still buy it as it looks like a great value board

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I know I'm a few months too late, but I believe these switches need lubing. You can hear them scratching. Lubing should make them feel and sound a lot better. Being a low-profile-keyboard-guy myself, I wonder if you got used to gmmk 2's profile quickly. Didn't find an update video on this in your feed.

You did a great job. I am going to try a 96% after watching this.

I just bought my GMMK backbone yesterday. I did not use their official recco switches and keycap. Instead, I use Gopolar x Gateron Azure Dragon Tactile Switches and AKKO ASA Clear Transparent Keycaps (translucent black with yellow font). I felt it was a perfect heavy combo. I move to tactile as I still want the slight clickies and more feedback when I type. I love the mechanical switches, but over time, I think I press them too hard, which is abuse to my beloved Armaggeddon MK keyboard (100% layout. I bought it 2 years ago on a budget, pre-build) Plus, I also purchased a Keychron K7 with blue switches, which I kinda regret because I realised I am either 100% or 96% layout person. I face the same issues when it comes to switches that bend when you don't plug them properly. But do let me know your thoughts on this keyboard.

I have the original GMMK tkl with Kailh Box Brown switches, "pudding caps" and thick grommets to dampen noise. I also have the GMMK Odin mouse. GMMK's sampler is a great way to find what switch you like.

Gateron browns are great I put dampeners on mine and it is tactile but quiet

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