Lemokey L3 Review: Keychron Goes Gaming
Keychron has been on a roll over the last year, making the custom keyboard hobby more accessible than ever. Its Q-series has brought full-aluminum, enthusiast-grade keyboards into the mainstream and its V-series dropped prices further by swapping out aluminum for more traditional plastic cases. The company just launched its gaming brand, Lemokey, and with it the L3, its first, tri-mode wireless gaming keyboard. It brings through many of the features of the Q-series with a fresh design, dedicated macro buttons, and fast 2.4GHz wireless.
Worlds collide with gaming and custom keyboards coming together into this one new product, but at $214, is it worth picking up for yourself? It just might be. There’s no arguing with its quality and typing experience, but whether it’s the perfect fit for you will depend on exactly what you need from a gaming keyboard.
Current Price: $214 ( Lemokey , Kickstarter )
The Lemokey L1 is a unique blend between custom mechanical keyboards and gaming keyboards. It makes a strong first impression for both. If you’re used to gaming keyboards, you’re probably going to be enamored with its heavy aluminum case and enhanced typing experience. If you’re a custom keyboard enthusiast, its design is going to stand out, meshing together industrial aesthetics with something that feels almost sci-fi.
The case is impressive. Made entirely of CNC-milled aluminum, it weighs in at 4.4 pounds, so it won’t slide around on your desk. It comes in silver, black, or navy blue and each is adorned with eye-catching nuances, like raised plates around the key areas with exposed screws, a bold aluminum volume knob, or the large indicator lights above the arrow keys. There’s even a little grille along the bottom right for
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