FEKER IK75 Amazing Value Mechanical Keyboard Kit with Smokey Tactile Switch and Aifei WoB Keycaps

FEKER IK75, An Amazing Value Mechanical Keyboard Kit with FEKER Smokey Tactile Switch and Aifei WoB Keycaps
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FEKER IK75 Software Download Link:
For WINDOW - drive.google.com/file/d/1sfoR...
For MAC - drive.google.com/file/d/1Sdui...
Details & Specs of FEKER IK75 Mechanical Keyboard
Brand: FEKER
Layout: 75% layout
Model: IK75
Keys Amount: 82 Keys
Case Color: Smoke Black
Structure: Gasket Mount
Plate: Steel & PC Plate
Foams: EVA Bottom PCB Foam, EVA Bottom Case Foam & Poron Plate PCB Foam
Switch: 3/5 pin Supported, Gateron Hotswap Sockets
Connection: Triple Mode - Wireless 2.4G, Bluetooth 5.0 & Wired
Anti-Ghost Key: NKRO
Battery: Built in 8,000mAh (4,000mAh+4,000mAh) Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Switch Info
Brand: FEKER
Model: Smokey Tactile Switch
Style: Tactile
Bottom Out: 65g
Stem: POM
Smokey Black PC Top Housing
Smokey Black Nylon PA Bottom Housing
Keycaps Info
Aifei WoB Keycaps, 173 Keys Set
Material: ABS Doubleshot
Profile: Cherry Profile
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[@aoifekun]

So happy to see more n more malaysian keyboard enthusiasts making good video quality. Kipidap!

[@w4q430]

Thank You :)

[@gunjamed93]

Your video came just in time! my kit came today and your video really helped me with the build

[@nyanisnothot4176]

Thanks for showing the instructions manual xD i'm too lazy to take out the manual in the box so i watched your vid again. xD

[@jayfluxx]

MAN this guy is underrated

[@aleksanenvy]

thanks for the vid this convinced me to get it

[@w4q430]

Nice...for its price range, getting 2 type of plate, having 3 type of connection mode (2.4G/BT/Wired) and a Knob is what made me buy it...

[@BingLinYap]

When will the video with pc plate be out? Excited to compare the sound and flex difference :)

[@uctrong9533]

Hi could you please make a video to compare between this one and NJ80. I'm not sure which one should I choose. Thank you!

[@xdarkaizx4411]

can you light up the RGB on selected keys like red only on WASD and off to all other keys

[@playingwithV]

can you change FN keys to capslock? or any other key?

[@dmitryabdullayev6614]

Great video! How did you solve the problem with northern LEDs and cherry profile of keycaps? And do you plan to review the Dukharo VN66?

[@w4q430]

For interference issue, just use any Switch with Long Stem Pole. Example like In this video, I'm using FEKER Smokey Tactile. For the Dukharo VN66, I don't think will do a review since it is not easy to get the Keyboard in Malaysia other than ordering from Oversea Platform such as Taobao or Aliexpress.

[@thedarknightme]

Watching this making me regret getting the RK71. This might be my next purchase as the RK71 will be my first mech keyboard that I will mod.

[@w4q430]

FN Combination keys Function Ctrl + Alt + Q: Reset Fn + F1: My computer Fn + F2: Desktop Fn + F3: Calculator Fn + F4: Player Fn + F5: Last song Fn + F6: Next song Fn + F7: Play pause Fn + F8: Pause Fn + F9: Mute Fn + F10: Volume - Fn + F11: Volume + Fn + F12: E-mail Fn + Del: Cycle RGB Effects Fn + ~: Color changing (Must be in Single Color Mode Effect first) Fn + Right Ctrl: Cycle Back/Side RGB effects Fn + 1: Bluetooth No.1 Fn + 2: Bluetooth No.2 Fn + 3: Bluetooth No.3 Fn + 4: 2.4G Wireless Fn + I: Print Fn + P: Pause Fn + Win: Win Lock Fn + Space: Turn on/off backlight Fn + ↑: Brightness + Fn + ↓: Brightness - Fn + ←: Light speed - Fn + →: Light speed + Backlight mode： Pressing Fn + Del to change the backlight mode Pressing Fn + Space to turn off the backlight

[@MakemeSumMuffins]

I just really wish the underglow can be customized :/

[@w4q430]

@@MakemeSumMuffins Have you try Fn + Right CTRL...it cycles the lights mode for the under/sideglow

[@MakemeSumMuffins]

@@w4q430 yes but, it the customizable software you can't change by hex /rgb values the underglow. Can only change through hotkeys

[@w4q430]

@@MakemeSumMuffins True...i get what you mean...

[@kerem-ri2ve]

does smokey tactile or emerald interference with north facing cherry profile keycaps?

[@ARCHONFella]

How would you compare this to the CIY Tester84?

[@elbert5208]

Can you review the Next time 75 and compare in detail with this keyboard?

[@w4q430]

The Next Time 75 build video has been done, have yet to start edit and upload. The completed Next Time 75 is in one of the Display Box in this video :) Will upload it with some points on comparison with the Feker IK75

[@w4q430]

Just remembered our Next Time 75 is the Wired version and not the 3 mode version. We will do some few comparison with IK75 but not sure whether it is comparable.

[@noticemesenpai120]

Will the PE Foam Mod sound good with this? Also, do you recommend keeping the plate foam? Thank you!

[@w4q430]

It might, personally have yet to try it out, Since the IK75 already has a foam under its PCB, additional PE Foam layer above might produce even more "Poppier" sound. About keeping the Plate foam, not sure about the question, do you mean removing it and using the keyboard without it? if it is, then its better to have it than not using it.

[@reuzzzuer1856]

Just like "NextTime 75" but with 2.4

[@coomer8378]

Can I just ask how this compare to you Idobao ID80 and what you recommend getting more? Thanks for the great vid!

[@w4q430]

Not an apple to apple comparison. The ID80 Crystal is more of a Collector/Designer board. The FEKER IK75 however hold its own weight and value like having 3 mode connection, comes with 3 layers of Foam pads, 2 type of Plates, has a knob, Massive Battery 8K mAh, has Music Rhythm RGB Effects, own software support & many more. With its very affordable pricing, makes it a really great value $$ board.

[@hadifelani]

Just received my unit today, and I find it a bit different than what I've saw in most youtube reviewers, you included. My unit's sticker is already sticking to the back side (and it's not glossy-looking), the manual is kinda small (21 cm x 14.2 cm, folded into 2 pages. The font used is also different.), I don't receive the sample switches, and the included cable is tied by a normal velcro (not with a leather-like cable ties). It makes me wonder, is my unit an old batch, or a new one? My box is exactly the same as your unit, just FYI.

[@DejaVu2-2]

same its kinda wierd, i think the newer ones dont include the sitches and leather strap to save on cost but i could be wrong

[@hadifelani]

@@dbkeebs interesting

[@dbear_ranger]

For the LED colors, do you know if its possible to change it to a static color instead of all those rainbow effects? Thanks!

[@w4q430]

For the Keys 1) use the Software to change color single mode or 2) Cycle the effects : 1st use Fn+DEL until u get a static color, then use FN+~ until you get the color you want For Back/Side RGBLight 1) Use Fn+Right CTRL until you get the color you want

[@lancealcantara1439]

can you send me a link on where you bought it?

[@benteoh8890]

Hey man love the vid!!!! Would you say this is better than the Keydous NJ80? Been struggling to choose between these two....

[@w4q430]

I have the NJ80 but have yet to build it, so I can't really say about the actual usage experience comparison between IK75 & NJ80. However, in terms of Value, Aesthetic & Accessories, personally I'd say the IK75 is a much more fun Keyboard to have. Then again its up to each individual preference :)

[@benteoh8890]

@@w4q430 thanks for the opinion. Btw I’ll be looking towards the nj80 build vid. Keep up the good work man!

[@w4q430]

Update: Issue regarding the Left CTRL is in Green Color LED when in Wired Mode. Even after charging it for few hours, the Left CTRL Green LED light is still there, it turns normal only when in wireless mode. I have contacted my seller to ask the supplier on how to address this and the answer given was..."For now, while under Wired Mode, the Green Light is indicator that the Keyboard is Charging and there is no option to disable it". Meaning, while in Wired Mode, the IK75 Left CTRL will always glow Green :( Only when using it in Wireless Mode the RGB lights behave normally. I can only hope they (FEKER) will provide an update to the Driver to address this issue in future.

[@Nabe0s]

this kit is baldy 75v3 and feker just bought it and rename it "feker ik75" with better packaging. Therefore, the driver cannot be updated in the future i suppose, as feker doesn't create the driver. (it is similar with the Fn red glow on Rk product)

[@w4q430]

@@Nabe0s I see, thank you for the added info. Sad to hear that though :(

[@Nabe0s]

@@w4q430 yeah, pretty sad. But anyway, still a good keyboard for the price. $50 to $70 for a keyboard with keymap app, 3 modes, knob and 8000 mah battery (it was 10k on the first edition). So insane

[@joellee8294]

too bad.. its a great keyboard

[@joellee8294]

just found a non wireless version of this.. waiting for it to be delivered.. hopefully the green led thing isnt a problem with this one since it has no battery :D

[@aldrindejesus3739]

Great review. Do you know if there's a way to know if the status of the battery?

[@w4q430]

The Left CTRL will flashes if the Battery is low and Charging is needed. When charging, the indicator light (at Left CTRL) will be visible and stop once it is fully charged

[@minshikomifere5092]

What is that white keyboard with a knob that is in the background on the left?

[@w4q430]

Its the NextTime75, you can check out the video which were recently uploaded...

[@shainaelevado5056]

Question, how to turn off the rainbow backlight even though i unchecked the “dazzle” option? I wanted to turn on a solid color like pink or white.

[@w4q430]

Press : FN + Right CTRL to cycle the backlight. Press until you get the color pattern or just single color you want.

[@KuruApni]

Hey, m8! Could you please tell me, if I will set wireless mode (2.4 GHz) + RGB backligh will it turn off RGB backlight after several seconds? Just asking, couz right now I have ferek87 and have this behavior. I want backlight full time because of a huge battery. Is it the same behavior on this new model? Thanks in advance and sorry for my english.

[@w4q430]

Sorry again, left it out for a while and it seem it will Auto Off after Few Minutes of no activity....I have yet found a way to disable the auto off function. maybe there is, maybe there isn't. my apology again.

[@breakage616]

what? same with epomaker software! hahaha also my TH80 lits green on left control when charging.

[@nefitru]

What are the details on that f-row less keyboard at the beginning to the right. Is it a 980 mini?

[@w4q430]

ADamini 1800, stacked acyllic similar to Rebel60 design but with a 1800 mini layout

[@DBearz123]

I bought feker holy panda switches for this board. Do you know if Cherry profile keycaps such as the Akko doubleshot PBT will be good without interference?

[@w4q430]

I don't own any Akko Keycaps so I am not really that sure.

[@jetnipatthongwilai3306]

Could the software be able to adjust the function of the four keys on the right? For example, I would like to change 'Page Down' to 'Print Screen'

[@w4q430]

Yes, have uploaded a video guide on the channel on Assigning \ Re-assigning Keys using the IK75 Software.

[@jetnipatthongwilai3306]

Wow, Thank you.

[@teowjiajun8232]

I have seen alot of review saying that the gaskets are pretty stiff. Do you think the gaskets can be replaced to poron gaskets so it will bcm more bouncier?

[@w4q430]

I don't think it will change much. its more of the Casing, since it is snap on, it will clamp tight on the plate. Even using Poron, it will squish the foam to close it tightly. Gasket works best if there are space at the gasket area to allow the foam to compress and expand.

[@teowjiajun8232]

@@w4q430 i see.. Do you think it is worth to 'upgrade' from Feker fk84T to this IK75? i really like the 75% knob layout (of course expecting in better typing experience also since it is gasket)

[@w4q430]

@@teowjiajun8232 Definitely worth it :) value wise, I have yet to see other Brand offer a kit like the IK75 is offering currently.

[@chinnarciso]

Does the knob have steps when you turn them? Or are they smooth?

[@w4q430]

Rounded feel steps when turning but not that snappy.

[@joellee8294]

does this and the next time 75 have the same built quality? how is the plastic case compare to rk keyboards?

[@w4q430]

My personal observation, the IK75 is slightly "Better" built quality than the NextTime75. On the Plastic Case, compared to Royal Kludge keyboard, its about the same quality.

[@noticemesenpai120]

Can I ask if the north facing leds interfere with Cherry Keycaps?

[@w4q430]

Interference with Cherry Keycap happens depending on the design of the Keycaps or Switches used. Honestly for me so far I have yet to experience any interference issue using Cherry Profile Keycaps with North Facing LED including this IK75 build. Then again, if Interference does happen, it can be resolved simply by using any Switches with Long Stem Pole (Most of the time).

[@Amir-ct1yx]

Opening the top cover is very hard. I'm still figuring it out

[@w4q430]

Try using a guitar pick or any wooden or plastic prying tool. Avoid using Metal Prying tool as it can easily scratch the Plastic Case surface if you are not careful.

[@elbert5208]

I wanna see the colour led performance. Is it white enough?

[@w4q430]

The LED color for White is Ok'ish, quite bright at max brightness...but depends also on the switch used. in this vid we used the Feker Smokey Tactile which has a black transparent top & bottom housing, so the LED colors effects are a bit dimmed.

[@KrizzieCruz03]

Based on your experience with Feker, do you think this board is durable or will last for years?

[@w4q430]

This IK75, just had it for less than a week, so far using it ok, casual use, on wireless mode with RGB off and yet to recharge it (maybe the batt was full when purchased). My daily driver is the FEKER FK84T and been using it since Jun 2021, Heavy usage with typing and gaming and mostly in wireless 2.4g mode, its battery last for about a week before needing recharge. Same goes for the FK68 (also bought in Jun 2021) which it use at another workstation. Both of the FK84 & FK68 so far has work without any problem. Since the IK75 is still new, not much can be said about its performance yet, durability wise, based on our previous FK84 & FK68, both are ok after 6+ month use. so yeah, hope this IK75 too will last as good as both board before it.

[@KrizzieCruz03]

@@w4q430 Thank you so much for the detailed answer along with your experience on the other boards!

[@Acorniscute]

@@w4q430 is it still working now?

[@noticemesenpai120]

Do you recommend this or the RK68 Pro more?

[@w4q430]

Depending on whether you need the F1-F12 keys. Both are good board for its price range.

[@noticemesenpai120]

@@w4q430 I think 65 is my layout of choice, but I'd like to know the difference in terms of feel and sound coz' I'm ok with going with 75 if the feker is better.

[@w4q430]

@@noticemesenpai120 The IK75 comes with 3 foam sheets, the plate PCB foam sheet, back PCB foam sheet and bottom case foam sheet which helps improved the acoustic of the board. Your choice of switch also plays an important role. Honestly, the IK75 is a really good value board. So far the only issue is the LED at left CTRL when in wired mode will be in Green color, other than that everything is good.

[@chinnarciso]

What is the size of the feker knob? (dimensions, D x H)

[@w4q430]

22mm Diameter x 15mm Height

[@chinnarciso]

@@w4q430 thank you so much!!!

[@troyc294]

Stupid question, can you remap keys in the software?

[@elbert5208]

NO you can't

[@devinmatthewwijaya956]

@@elbert5208 yes you can. That's why the macro option is there, so you can replace a certain button with a macro

[@troyc294]

@@devinmatthewwijaya956 thanks just making sure!

[@devinmatthewwijaya956]

@@troyc294 no worries! Just making sure you got the right info 😁

[@w4q430]

Yes, have uploaded a video guide on the channel on Assigning \ Re-assigning Keys using the IK75 Software, do check it out :)

[@xPoteyto]

How is the flex of this keyboard? Is it stiff?

[@w4q430]

Very minimum flex with steel plate, with PC plate you get a bit of flex but not much difference.

[@xPoteyto]

@@w4q430 Oh i see, thanks!

[@Twisted_Individual]

What is the weight ofthe KB?

[@w4q430]

Size : 330mm x 138mm x 35mm Weight : 851g (Not Including Switches & Keycaps)

[@FootyBalls12]

Which is better feker ik75 or next time 75

[@w4q430]

The NextTime75 that we have is Wired version only so its not much of comparison with IK75 which is 3 mode. There will be a video soon on the NextTime75 wired mode version and in it we will mention some differences between them so viewer can decide which suits their need.

[@silvcotm1684]

Pls, give me link of bearbrick case

[@w4q430]

Here...from Shopee Malaysia...Link : bit.ly/3FsE2xg you can also search for Bearbrick Bottle in other platform like Lazada, Aliexpress & etc. 500ml ~ can fit about 110 Switches (estimate every 100ml for 20+ Switches)

[@lowurcase3238]

could you link me the keycaps that you used in the video? thank u!

[@w4q430]

Here, Shopee Malaysia Link : bit.ly/3J09Hs3

[@quillan]

Can you remap the keys?

[@w4q430]

Yes, have uploaded a video guide on the channel on Assigning \ Re-assigning Keys using the IK75 Software

[@placeholdermonicker7654]

Nearly 20 minutes and no mention of battery life. You even talk about the batteries. How?

[@w4q430]

My bad, I keep using it in Wired Mode every time I Switched On the PC since completing the build, hence not really able to test the IK75 battery life accurately.

[@SgtStarSlayer]

Silicone case and foam replacement would have been Much better

[@Xerkzees]

Does it support QMK? I really need to remap a lit of keys.

[@w4q430]

Sadly QMK not supported. it uses its own software. Has few limitation, but hope the software will be updated with more features.

[@Xerkzees]

@@w4q430 Does the software allow us to remap the keys? My sk64s software is horrible so I don't want to make the same mistake of getting a kb with bad software

[@w4q430]

@@Xerkzees Honestly, The IK75 software is not that user friendly and unless there is a clear key remapping interface (QMK/VIA Support), I would not try to remap the keys with the software unless there is a clear step by step Key remapping tutorial on how to use the IK75 software. Hope those guys at FEKER will update the software and include a simple key remapping feature.

[@w4q430]

Recently uploaded a video guide on how to Re-assign Keys. Do check it out :) hope it helps