To make your reviews even better, you should have a segment where you compare sound tests side by side, typing on stock, then switching to modded, back to stock and back to modded. So that the viewer doesn't have to click on video back n forth.
I've actually done that in the past! I wasn't sure if people cared so I moved away from it for direct comparisons but now that I know people do appreciate it I'll def keep that in mind
I should receive this keyboard in a few days. I watched another video that recommends avoiding the tape mod with the bottom foam, as the hotswap mechanism can't fit into the holes in the foam anymore. Instead, the tape is placed directly against the foam, causing it to lose the gasket mount benefits. Have you experienced this issue?
Yeah in general it does make sense to avoid the tape mod with the pcb foam. I didn't experience any issues with it but it shouldn't make a big difference to the sound if you don't use it
After all, you have the opportunity to test these keyboards. This will be my first custom keyboard and I want to have a keyboard that will not cause problems for many years. They are close, including the price, and I have a hard time deciding, to be frank. It doesn't matter to me whether it has a screen or a button. only usability, quality, materials used etc. Considering this, what would you recommend? finalkey v81 or monsgeek m1w which one recommend?
I haven't tried the finalkey v81 so I'm afraid I can't give you a recommendation. I would ask someone who has tried both since my answer would be based on incomplete analysis
Love the content! I'm more of a budget keyboard person myself, and I recently bought my first keyboard. I got the Yunzii YZ75 thanks to your video and other research. Looking to buy another keyboard with a budget of $150 US dollars. Got anything you would recommend?
I'm looking for more of a barebones build. Hopefully with an aluminium case and hotswap sockets. I already have a different budget for switches and keycaps, so that is left out of the equation.@@SimulatorTech
I just ordered this board. I’ve got other boards too, a Dygma Raise, Ducky 12mini, Ducky 12, SS Apex Pro TKL and i wanted an actual NICE starter 75% with knob that I could really max out and make mine. It sounds pretty good but I’d like it to be thockier. What else do you recommend?
@@SimulatorTech I wanted a keyboard with cnc aluminum case. Also the mod 007 is sold out in black. I was looking at the 7th anniversary 007 with the new magnetic hall switches but I’ve already got the apex pro TKL for that which I love and I saw a review that the software isn’t working right anyway. So with that, what do I do to make the M1W more thocky?
@krisrobitzsch I mean the regular 007 is cncd aluminum. If you want the m1w as thocky as possible then tape mod is your friend. Also use all the foams. Other than that I'm not sure. Maybe a tall keycap profile
I haven't tied it but it looks like an m1w in a smaller form factor so you can probably translate a lot of what I said about the m1w onto that one lol.
Very nice video! :) Do you perchance know if the MonsGeek M1W/SP allows for reprogrammable buttons - specifically for the knob? I'd like to make its functionally entirely focused on media control. Not mute volume on pressing down, but pausing and playing music etc. Edit: I also love the saxophone jazz near the end! :)
Hmm, I'm actually not sure. If it's compatible with via then you might be able to reprogram it. Sorry I can't help more but I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
@@SimulatorTech No worries! I dug around some on Reddit and found out that it unfortunately isn't reprogrammable in this way. Thanks for the quick reply anyway!
Nice review. I watched it before I bought mine. Today it arrived. The only question I have is, how can I turn the red led off (near space-bar ). I know it is the battery indicator but I use only wired mode. So it's little bit annoying. Plugged in for 4 hours while gaming
Hey bro, i am new in this segment and will be buying my very first mechanical keyboard. Should i go for this one or any keychrons or other keyboards? Do suggest as you’re the expert
Hey so honestly it depends on your price range. For a very first board (if you want a prebuilt) I would definitely look into keychrons v series boards as well as the gmk67 if you're up to the task of assembling a keyboard kit. If your budget is a little higher, then I would definitely consider the m1w, v75, v65, and any other boards you find on youtube that you like. Personally, I would probably start with something simple like a 75% keychron v series board since you can get one prebuilt with a good parts and it's a great starting place for a beginner to mod and mess around with. If you want to spend a little more, then 2 that come to mind are the m1w and cidoo v75 which I compared in this video. Also I would recommend watching more videos to see what you like in a board (aesthetic, form factor, sound profile, etc.) I hope this helps and I wish you the best on your keyboard journey!
I personally haven't tried the pc75b but I think the biggest difference is the case since the m1w has an alu case compared to the plastic of the pc75b. If you want to save a bit of money then the pc75b looks good, but if you want better build quality then the m1 or m1w are the way to go.
They put that plate mount stabs in because they realized that the pcb mount stabs they've been putting in the mainland version is horrible and only comparable wiht 1.6mm pcb while the keyboard's pcb is 1.2mm
@@SimulatorTech the purple one was in every version of the M1W and the first few batch of the mainland M1 also. It's Akko's old stabilizer that they included in later 30xx and earlier 50xx keyboards which they injected crap tons of lube without fixing the wire. It also pretty losse on the plate. The black and white one is their new double shoted stab with dampen material in the stem which is incuded in later 5075 and mainland Monsgeek M series. The mainland M1, M2, M3, M5 have them as default. The packaging and finishing of the M1W is very inconsistance also. First batches were given purple plate mount stabs but then they decided to throw in the pcb mount stabs. The anodize of it was as smooth as the global version. Then the later batches come with pre-installed pcb mount stab and no plate mount stab. The finishing became matte and a finger print magnet.
The domestic version only comes woth the purple plate mount stabs (where the international comes with an extra set of piano playe mounts), it has options for the V3 Cream yellow/blue pro switches where the international version comes with v3 Piano pro switches, and the knob is their normal version compared to the upgraded version on the international one. Not sure what the difference is for the knobs lol
For a fully aluminum keyboard, $140 is very cheap. It's a lot of money to pay for a keyboard, but relative to others in the same market it's definitely on the cheaper end of the spectrum
@wiiztec Budget is a very subjective word to each person. In a world of aluminum custom, hot swappable keyboard, this price is relatively "budget friendly" compared to some of the other brands that might offer the same benefits with price up to $200-$500++ or even more.
