Corsair K55 RGB Keyboard (REVIEW + SOUND TEST)

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$50 CORSAIR K55 RGB KEYBOARD (REVIEW) In this video I'm unboxing and reviewing the latest affordable offering from corsair: the $50 k55 RGB gaming keyboard. Let's get started.
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[@vyminal]

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[@abonnezvousamasplazytetdar6177]

Vyminal je l’avais je crois qu’il était un peu nul mais en vrai il est vraiment super

[@jasonkabelski6689]

the sound of the k55 sounds like mr crab walking from spongebob

[@stripe4862]

LMAO

[@gabrielqt9048]

lol

[@b0wl.]

it sounds so bad though

[@blackff3291]

LUL XD

[@triggereddoge1847]

"hello me boi!"

[@vape2611]

4:55 Thanks me later :^)

[@Vaipin]

_T4IGA thanks

[@TeollisuudenAasi]

Thank you, you cute little big (? :D) dude

[@adrienhorgnies2424]

Thanks

[@zeflinzeflin4581]

T4IGA Thx bb

[@teddeboy78]

For what

[@TheGameFreak326]

i own this keyboard, and its probably the only one im sticking with, i hate those super clicky keyboards.

[@zacharybishop6595]

I have a BW X chroma and I love it, but its starting to have issues. But I do love mechanical keyboards, I just want something quiet for my YT videos. I'd take this over the BW X tbh.

[@sethmoneygetter7140]

John Green Twin no way I’m thinking the exact same, I have the same keyboard as you. I’m looking for a silent but good keyboard

[@pk.002]

This is definitely hands down the best membrane keyboard I've used. I have to type with shitty dell membranes at work, and the keys on the k55 are responsive and satisfying. Granted it's not as satisfying as mechanical switches, but they're excellent for what it's worth.

[@pk.002]

Shremeant This keyboard or Logitech g413/810. The Logitech g413 and 810 have romer mechanical switches which are very quiet and awesome to type on, but the k55 is also quiet and very satisfying for a membrane.

[@dubb9020]

they dont have a tactile feel tho right? im used to my dell xps 15 l501x... so there is a slight tactile click to em... id say mx cherry brown

[@aboringdyst0pia]

Thanks my dude! I was looking everywhere trying to find a video with a sound test of this keyboard

[@Stigi1996]

As someone who doesn't understand the hype around mechanical keyboards (and yes I've used one and not for just minutes), this is going to be perfect for me.

[@Reggy9]

Thats not a hype, its just a huge difference in quality in any way. Once you use/d a mechanical you just cant/wont go back. A rubberdome feels awful, mushy and just not good and satisfying at all! Yea, some switches are quite loud, but there are great silent options out there as well nowadays. Just no need to look at and type on an unfortunately mostly just hideous and definitely mushy rubberdome keyboard! Also midrange mechanicals are not even much more expensive than for example this imo crappy K55!

[@ptl4807]

I'm using all my money for my PC that i m building, but I wouldn't have enough for a nice keyboard. Thank you for reviewing this! Now I know what to get!

[@justineguancia5016]

Hi its been 2 years have you got the keyboard yet? Xd

[@Kebbb]

@@justineguancia5016 Jesus christ dude it's been 2 years

[@Theo-ex3nh]

@@Kebbb Time flies bros

[@urbanspoon9091]

Theo Bonnet nice profile pic

[@kevineis9088]

@@justineguancia5016 Bruh mine broke after 2 years.

[@kurotani8312]

Really informative compared to other K55 reviews especially the RGB part, thanks alot :)

[@robb1733]

My first gaming setup im getting and this is included thank you so much!!! top noch video

[@memziz1421]

Thinking about getting this soon, thanks for the review!

[@dhruvavikas1632]

ok!

[@theGRFN_13]

Awesome video dude! One specific part I liked is how you explained recording the Macro Keys, not a lot of reviews do that. Question, I have the K55 and I use FN+7 to make my own custom colors, but when i try to save it and hold down FN+7 it just turns off. What am I doing wrong?

[@Rosa_AI]

very nice tutorial i just destroyed keyboard ordered this one and you gave not only a good review but also explained how to program the keyboard

[@joansp7386]

very good video. Lots of informations and a lot of tips and tricks! Keep It up !

[@AdrianBigyes]

Well-captured, well-edited, well-narrated.

[@saunaveijari]

Nice review. Im going to get these now.

[@memziz1421]

Thinking about getting this, thanks for the review! :)

[@dhruvavikas1632]

ok!

[@blike22]

Thanks, this was far better than other videos on the keyboard.

[@atakandiyeli2128]

Loved ur vid helped me alot thanks ! :))

[@verxity7853]

Watched this cause I needed the controls for my new one ... I'm so damn hype

[@fredrik425]

Just bought one. Love it!

[@SlenderCreeperMan]

Nice review! I was wondering if you'd be doing a review on the GSP gaming headset line from Sennheiser.

[@vyminal]

DankedCabs Been wanting to do a review on that! Stay tuned! :)

[@Wavez36]

Thanks for showing how to change the coulores!

[@erikpianist6890]

Dude, you deserve more subscribers!

[@nicpachunka]

Great work on the review! I like the shots :)

[@vyminal]

Pachunka Thanks man!!! I forgot to fix the redness for the intro outro damn it hahaha

[@nicpachunka]

We are all improving :)

[@joshesy]

Great vid and shots. Hope to see this channel go well!

[@vyminal]

Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it! Help spread the word :)

[@mimimi5656]

I was looking for a quiet gaming keyboard and this is it💙

[@Nellis00]

Yo im digging the intro!

[@vyminal]

Nellis00 Yo thanks man! I made the music in Ableton Live :)

[@thomasdemirgil1225]

keyboard looks insane! love the RGB lighting!!

[@vyminal]

Definitely! So many lighting modes even without software. Great starter board for budget gamers!

[@potsquared]

great keyboard! your review is complete and honest! nice bro!

[@vyminal]

Glad you enjoyed my review! Thanks for watching bro! :)

[@jackpugsley0322]

Great vid mate

[@MackieGamePlay]

Nice review bro! :) The keyboard looks good!

[@vyminal]

Thanks for watching Mackie! Glad you enjoyed my review!

[@jacobchristie5818]

think I'll be getting this, thanks

[@mancityfan-bg4cc]

Being an owner of this keyboard I have to say everything is perfect about this expect for the switches, I wish they had cherrys but after all it's just 50

[@papaskreeb6163]

warrenisyellow scoop

[@vikramgokhale4622]

I hate those clicky switches

[@nigelwilliams9135]

idk why but personally i prefer the switches on this keyboard dont judge!

[@taggen5094]

@@nigelwilliams9135 its membrane its not mechanical.

[@rodolfod.moleiro8388]

does it sound too much?, more than a macanichal coz i want one keyboar that doesnt sound too much

[@daniloportuense5883]

Good review!

[@bluedodgerdogs]

Thank you, I’m buying it today. (Sorry for like a year later reply lol)

[@senuzulmedits2765]

are you glad to buy this keyboard? (in 1 year, is your keyboard get worse than first use)

[@autarch2853]

thanks for this review, it was awesome bro! Even though this keyboard is a downgrade from my K65 (k65 was awesome till i broke it) its definitely the nicest 50$ keyboard ever. no joke. i got this keyboard preemptively just today for the sole purpose of the impending Destiny 2 release cus my stock one wasnt gonna cut it lol! thanks again for the awesome review! happy gaming! i subscribed!

[@Mcmacladdie]

Been looking at keyboards and wanted a gaming keyboard that I wouldn't have to pay too much for... leaning towards this one, mostly for the dedicated multimedia buttons. Think I'll pick one up tomorrow.

[@NotTylr]

Nice Video! I'm going to buy this one for my dad! :)

[@VH_Spawn]

If you are here for the review on K55. This is an old video and K55 actually use icue app so it is much easier to customise the RGB and gives you the full range colours (16.8m). Also the sounds from this isn’t really what you hear in this review (sounds more like a loud mechanical version), they are way more quieter. Bought this for 29 euro, which is really a good price for what you get.

[@holypeachy]

Actually it does interface with corsair's software. I had one a bit ago and I was able to change the rgb lighting and add macros through Corsair Utility Egnine.

[@smu48]

Hacker0_o so does that means you can select a colour for every single grope?

[@hogsqueezer8169]

yes

[@OrangeBroom]

But it disables keybinds for different lighting effects, you have to change it through the software.

[@Sean-ul8ny]

Is it mechanical?

[@_blacken]

@@Sean-ul8ny no, its membrane but its only $50

[@etien96nem]

It is possible to have macro that include shortcuts with modifier ? like ctrl+C or other ? Thank's for the video !

[@erennese7950]

Nice video I want to buy this keyboard

[@manjirojhon7950]

nice review thanks

[@bplus2932]

im late but thanks this made my purchase feel better!

[@Meiestrix]

Does the keyboard store the last LED setting, or do you have to adjust it again every time you turn the PC on?

[@vyminal]

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[@PinacoladaV2]

Another great review!!

[@vyminal]

Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed my review!

[@Lilliac2004]

I bought one yesterday Its a nice keyboard and worth the price 👍🏻

[@ecksdee9260]

Yo same

[@NullaNulla]

It has my solid blue colour mode, silent typing (HATE HATE HATE clicky crap) and all the extra macros, media keys etc ... LOVE IT!! Rolling a need!

[@chrisrogers5452]

The keyboard does actually interface with the ICUE software. I just installed it and am messing with the colors and functions right now. The amount of things you can do is limited as the key board is not a high end keyboard and it only has three zones of led's. You can use the software to set the custom functions and colors. It only has 4 lighting effects: static color, Rainbow wave, color shift, and color pulse. You don't have to do every thing only through function keys on the keyboard. You cannot change the color of individual keys. I bought this keyboard for work and editing. Honestly I'm really digging the typing experience so far even though it is a membrane keyboard. To me it feels like the old stock ps2 plug dell keyboards, which is not a bad thing. Those keyboards were tanks and the the typing experience was very solid on those as well. Media keys and windows key lockout function is awesome. In the software you can set the lock out function to not only lock out the windows key but also the alt+F4, alt+tab, shift+tab key strokes. The wrist rest is much better than this reviewer gives it credit for. I can understand where he is coming from since he probably uses $100+ mech keyboards every day but this rubberize wrist rest is a life saver even though it's not as luxurious as higher priced keyboards. For a $50 membrane keyboard you can do MUCH worse. The value here is out standing.

[@AsuraiGaming]

Is this available in PH? :O Good review, will send my setup pics soon

[@vyminal]

Asurai PH Yes I got this from PCHub Gilmore! Looking forward to seeing your setup!

[@TNPolaris]

good vid man

[@sampra4083]

would you recommend buying this or the corsair strafe rgb?

[@michaelmillett1478]

Hey cool song in the intro

[@cynormical]

Can customize on cue software however it is only in 3 sections

[@ColdConceptOfficial]

i was just looking for a random Keyboard review.....but your theme with all the 80`s invaders and 8 bit sounds....had me clicking Subscribe...see how "insignificant" details might win you a crowd? :)

[@MikeBCNU]

Ive been pleased with mine... and I came from a Razer Blackwidow Chroma that blew up and I just wasnt spending 200+ on a keyboard again... saw the k55 and never looked back

[@wildeyestudios5]

can you fully program other keys than the macro keys? can you set for example the windows key to shift+alt+control?

[@zacjk682]

so yeah i lubed this keyboard now it sounds like a master piece

[@philippetersen2172]

the sound keyboard he is typing on? what is the name of those keyboard sounds? i really love it

[@siemprepalante773]

Great review. I'm torn between this and the k70. Damn that aluminum is fire...lol. Thanks.

[@viktorjakobsen1539]

thanks for the help

[@heiser4427]

Great Review! Clean A & V. What are you using?

[@vyminal]

Jin Source Hey Thanks for watching, Jin! :) I used a Canon EOS 80D and edited the video in Premiere Pro. For audio I use an Audio Technica ATR2500 and edited in Ableton Live.

[@neox1052]

Imo k55 is the best budget gaming keyboard below $50 so far in terms of quality and functionality. Great review! I admire your work. Keep this up and youll reach 10k in no time!

[@vyminal]

Thanks a lot bro! I really appreciate your feedback! It's people like you who inspire me to make more videos!

[@marshallalam889]

Neo X105 below? i thought it's exactly 50$

[@donjenzuss3712]

Marshall Alam $49,99

[@AlexMkd1984]

Neo X105 LESHP RGB BEST OFF

[@harrisns2221]

Neo X105 That statement is not true, there are great keyboards such as the Tecware Phantom, which comes with programmable lighting through software and mechanical outemo switches, and many many more budget mechanical keyboards.

[@dr.dregarcia6286]

i really liked the music. sure enough it was made by the legend himself Kodomo

[@somejackball]

i just got one and love it, cept the LEDs are locked on Blue/Red.. wont change colors anymore some reason

[@maddox3822]

I have this keyboard. I would recommend it to any first time keyboard buyer. Not too loud but you know the switch is actuated.

[@yesyes8764]

I have a question I have the k55 keyboard and I was wondering if I can add mechanical rubber key caps on the k55 (its membrane)

[@colinmoore8169]

I just purchased a refurbished one from new egg. Do you have any advice on refurbished products from New Egg?

[@ezy8699]

Go the corsair k63 mechanical keyboard second hand but in mint condition off Facebook for £20, sold it 2 days later for £50 and am now going to buy this keyboard.

[@vieras1963]

I dont have so much spare-money, do you recommend this?

[@CB_here]

Your channel is growing fast!

[@CB_here]

What intro music

[@vyminal]

sipplayz MCandmore thanks for your support! The intro music is my original music :) I will upload my original tracks soon!

[@MisterMayhem17]

Good job buddy! Nice vid! :)

[@vyminal]

Thanks for watching dude! Glad you like it! :)

[@MisterMayhem17]

Really enjoyed it man. You got a new sub here! :D

[@blankblank3824]

This dude acting like some random guy is going to walk into my setup and hit me over the head with a socket tench because my keyboard is only 55 bucks

[@criisp6240]

PacoMNL what the hell how come your video is like a word for word copy of the script of this video that came out before you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5y9qHZ4jL1snNU

[@nathanielfernandez3756]

nice vid bro

[@brucem1553]

There are now functions in the Corsair Utility Engine..so RGB and key setting etc can be done in program or hot keys set up..I passed on buying a Corsair K68 as it only is red and I dont care to have a red keyboard. the K68 was 88 bucks and had cherry red keys but they are louder then these and i dont think i would care to spend more money changing them right now. when i have money for that I will get a better gaming keyboard and this one is quiet and you can feel the clicks, like the cherry keys. It is a great value and perfect starter keyboard for a gamer at the price. I am not a new gamer but i am a gamer on a budget and it works great for me. Only thing i would like that it doesnt have is the A,W,S,D keys are not different color then the rest and you all part of same color zone as there are only 3 differnt color zones to program. i will buy some cheap key caps later at less then 8 bucks so i can make them gray or white so i see them on a glance or out of corn of my eye to make sure i am on right keys when fast gaming.

[@elnegrito9489]

Can you connect your headset to the keyboard?

[@dr.carolyndavis9640]

THAT INTRO DOEEE

[@Zglobulio]

the cherry mx blues sound like a damn typewriter next to that thing

[@blaztdeep9783]

Thx think im buying one today!

[@rickeypenn4236]

I just Bought this Keyboard and cant wait to get it .. its coming from amazon .. my old Keyboard is going down hill for some of the keys you have to press much harder.. its a Razer Tarantula sorry to see it go ..

[@fonzi55]

how did you end up liking it?

[@Maradnus]

Gold on cables only stops a tarnish, silver usually has better signal transference. You know this because hi end hifi mostly has silver interconnects I’m talking about 30k items & interconnects that are £500 a meter plus

[@tuahcool8926]

if i focusing to see the printed number on the key.. its look not clear..just white ink right?so u cannot see the RGB with clearly. did i right?

[@syclonez1579]

Should I go with this or the mechanical eagle z-88?

[@MacMamba]

Create a video for best cheap rgb mech keyboard :D nice reviewss!

[@vyminal]

anony mous thank you for watching!

[@vyminal]

I made a new video on the Rakk Kimat! I think it's the best budget mech board!

[@RyanGambles11]

I purchased this keyboard today, and the keys sound nothing like they do in your video. Did they update this keyboard with different keys?

[@VendonJura]

Hello. How to setup a macro like the button Y which should be repeated like 1000 times ? My 30 € keyboard has a software to do this but how to do this on Corsair K55 RGB Keyboard without a software?

[@str6fe]

Paco! I have a question. Can you still customize this keyboard in The Utility App? Like lighting link?

[@stacks1716]

Nope

[@braydentate5659]

I have a problem I’ve had it for about two years and now it won’t work when plugged in

[@ruki4585]

Great Video 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@tixber8546]

I have a rk61 with a blue switch but I want this keyboard it is soo nice

[@Ytuqueesperabas]

Comentario en español porque si... 4:55 sí eso es "silencioso" entonces ¿Cómo suenan los Cherry MX blue? xD y eso que hablamos que el teclado k55 es de membrana, la verdad me lo imaginaba tan silencioso como el de una laptop, supongo que en ese caso si en un futuro quiero un mecánico debe ser con los Cherry MX red silent, bueno, al menos fue bueno para saber. :3 (mi primer teclado será este k55)

[@koreymayo8884]

Is it quieter than the k70 with chery mx silent keys?

[@echizen8551]

In philippines, in what store could i buy this keyboard? I can not see it on dynaquest. Please reply thanks

[@notDinsss]

Suportahan ang sariling atin! :D Liked and subscribed. 2500 is well within my budget.

[@vyminal]

Thank you so much sir! :)

[@VJManuColl]

Does this keyboard, support Audio React?

[@bobasquid3339]

I recently returned this K55 which is full of glitch and got the Thermaltake Multi Light (tri light version) Commander k /m combo. It uses real switches. You can even replace caps for caps that a real Cherry MX would use. It's a steal, only 40 bucks! Can't recommend it enough!

[@Sulfen]

What is the downside of having a plastic keyboard body as opposed to an aluminum body? Can you really tell a difference? I mostly keep my keyboard on one spot.

[@MegaSimonxD]

does it have the possibility to be used with a software?

[@Omega1887]

it does use CUE by corsair now in the past it didnt

[@LeeKevin03]

Omega1887 doesn't support it anymore?

[@Omega1887]

KevGaming !! Yes it does I still use it. I does have slight re establishment for me at times when I first boot, but a quick reconnect fixes it

[@josephjoestar4999]

I have this keyboard i love it so much!

[@c88un]

He’s not mechanical

[@grootsyt]

@@c88un so what?

[@darkboyplayz1311]

Is the white a bright one?