Keydous NJ80 Mods | KTT Red Wine | My First Mod

[@rycardoantunes8152]

godamn bro you've a heavy hand

[@swampwcat]

Yes I am. :p

[@againstmachine498]

this channel is one of the few good things that happened to me

[@erenszrrr]

man what'd the keyboard do to you

[@ianyeo1719]

did the tape on the pcb do anything? AFAIK ppl stop modding the bottom out sound of stabs with tape already right. Does it reduce reverb or?

[@swampwcat]

I don’t have any idea. My reverb still sounds too loud. But I think it can reduce some frictional forces on PCB.

[@nathenieldanta9731]

U shoukd try putting ball bearing in the switches to reduce travel , no need fir mushy orings

[@swampwcat]

True! It’s pretty mushy, so I’m still searching solution for the stabs.

[@timothy.creates]

@@swampwcat did you lube and holee mod the stabs? cause mos def factory lubed stabs usually aren't the best cheers

[@swampwcat]

@@timothy.creates No, I didn’t. I’m going to mod it soon, my XHT-BDZ and 205g0 just arrived yesterday. :D

[@wlanamaicp]

How thick is the plate foam you used?

[@mob5613]

I got my NJ80 after watching your video! However, I'm wondering... if there any way for me to remap my keys on this? Idk what PCB it uses and my NJ80 is not being detected at all on my VIA app.

[@hoangvo5896]

How do the stock stabs feel like? Should I lube or mod them? ^^

[@userghost1242]

tôi lube nó theo hole mod và nó ngon lắm, đặt thêm chút band-aid ở trên PCB là nghe rất êm và đầm

[@hoangvo5896]

@@userghost1242 có cần cắt chân stab không vậy ông

[@swampwcat]

The stock stabs aren't prefect, but good enough. I've cut the legs lubed them with 205g0 also done with Holee mod. Feel just a little different. Probably I'm not good at lubing stabs. :

[@hoangvo5896]

@@swampwcat thank u so much ^^

[@coffeemug6114]

Pe Foam is supposed to go in between the pcb and plate, not the bottom case. It is now useless

[@swampwcat]

Yes, it is what PE foam mod supposed to be. But I bought a foam package for NJ80. It's included a poron foam that have already been cut. I have no idea where the PE foam should go, so I put it on the bottom case. :p

[@CraftedPiggy]

I really like this board but simply can’t afford it do you have any recommendations under 100 usd for the kit

[@swampwcat]

TM680(same as GameKay LK67) would be a good choose. I’ve ordered one too. :D

[@CraftedPiggy]

@@swampwcat that’s exactly what ive been looking at lol 😂

[@swampwcat]

@@CraftedPiggy or MW65 it’s a 65% keyboard that you can soldering the knob by yourself. :D

[@CraftedPiggy]

@@swampwcat thanks ill look into both of those

[@lavahawk]

to add to this conversation, Ive just ordered the BM60EC which is a compact 65% with a knob, the one downside is somewhat poor software support though but its not bad for the price and maybe a bit better than the TM680 imo

[@Bobby-zw2un]

Hi! Im expecting my NJ80 in a few weeks, this will be my first time building a keyboard so I am really excited (and scared). Im so glad i found your videos, these will be my bible in this journey. If I may I have a few questions that could help me prepare better. 1. Would you recommend getting the O-ring for the stab switches? If so may I know the specs of the O-rings. 2. I found EVA foam (2mm) near my local stationary store, would that work well with the stock Poron case foam for sound dampening? If not, do you have a recommendation for which combination of foam works best, along with the thickness. 3. I haven’t gotten a PCB foam, from your experience with this keyboard do you think it’s worth it? 4. Out of all the mods there is could you list down the ones that are, in your opinion, a must do. Like I said this will be my first keyboard building experience and I have been watching tons of videos/mods and Im at that stage where I feel like I need to do all the mods to get the best sound but Im worried that it will do more bad than good.. For your info here are the things that I will build my NJ80 with: -Keydous NJ80 (Brass plate) -Gateron Yellow Pro switches -Genuine Cherry Stabs -Deskey Switch films with stab pads -Akko 9009 PBT keycaps Thank you so much in advance, this is probably the longest comment you’ve ever had to read and I am so sorry🙏🏻

[@swampwcat]

Sorry for being late reply. Yes this’s the longest comment that I’ve ever gotten but don’t need to feel sorry for that. I’m always enjoy interacting with you guys. :D In reply to your question: 1. I don’t recommend getting the O-ring for stabs, actually I’ve already remove all of them. It’s quite an easy and fast way to reduce the typing sound but it also makes your stab switches sound mushy. Most of all, I don’t like the feeling when I type on O-rings. It made me mis-touch the spacebar a lot. I just bought those ring for fun (and experiment). If you have enough time, I’ll recommend you to try Holee mod. There’re plenty of guides on KZbin. Hamaji Neo’s video explained perfect. Here’s the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6fLoXugodCFnbM BTW, those rings I got are 8 x 5 x 1.5mm. :) 2. I think your EVA foam must sound dampening than the stock one, because your foam are more thickness. As I’ve done in the video, it was hard to put all the foam inside the case. So I cut the stock foam into pieces, but it wasn’t necessary. I saw someone else on KZbin just remove the stock foam and still having good sound of board. So it’s up to you. If you want you can sandwich all the foam. Like my oversized sandwich board just if you could close the case well. Haha. :D 3. I do recommend PCB foam, if you couldn’t buy one. You can try to make one by self. 0.5-1mm of foam would fit better. Here’s the video that how I make PCB foam mod: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJq3aXini62Fatk But I got the wrong foam material, I’m still looking for some other better option. And the foam mod explained by nearLucid’s video is very worth watching. Here’s the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jp-0fouMmM2hqLc In my opinion, NJ80 sounds a bit too reverb for me. That’s the reason why I do recommend PCB foam mod. 4. Final, the MUST do mod is TEMPEST TAPE MOD. It really looks nothing but after you try it you will know the difference! Sorry for that I didn’t done the tape mod when I was shooting this video. But after I did it turns out really really really GOOD. Here’s the video by Tempest’s Boards: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoWbgKltac5no5I and the explains by nearLucid: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nWiQpKylrcp8eLM You must give it a try! And good to know that you picked up the brass plate, that’s what I’ve been regretting for long time. Mine is steel. :( Can’t wait to see how it turns out after your build. :D Feel free to let me know if I can be of any help. And share your keyboard with me if you want. Enjoy your time with your board. :)

[@Bobby-zw2un]

@@swampwcat Thank you so much for answering!! I will do my best, I hope I can get mine to sound like yours. Again, thanks for all the tips! Hope you have a great day ahead , God bless❤️

[@auliaanditopurbo6414]

which one would you choose? this or gmmk pro?

[@swampwcat]

It depends on the budget, NJ80 has good pre-build quality, stable bluetooth connection that also comes with brass plate. Though the casing was only made by plastic but you can still feel solid. If I have more budget I'd like to choose GMMK pro (because of the separate arrow keys) but now I'm satisfied with my NJ80.

[@swampwcat]

BTW I'm still looking for second hand GMMK pro with a good price. :p

[@guessit5036]

Nice video. I've ordered a barebones version on Drop a couple of days ago. By the way, do you know what kind of color is the case of the keyboard? I'm thinking about getting either ePBT Kuro/Shiro or ePBT x GOK BOW, but I don't know if the color of the case is WS1 or WS2 (GMK color codes for keycaps).

[@swampwcat]

Thank you. Enjoy your keyboard. :) I don’t have any GMK keycaps though, but I think the color of the case is more closer to WS1. It isn’t pure white is more like ivory.

[@guessit5036]

​@@swampwcat Thank you for the quick response. I wish I could enjoy my keyboard right now, but it'll arrive only after half a year 😀. I see. Then, I suppose, Kuro/Shiro with its sort of creamy/milky white colour will suit the overall look better than pure white GOK BOW.

[@Stephmakes]

Hi, really informative video! I was wondering where you got the PCB foam from?

[@swampwcat]

I got them on Taobao.

[@swampwcat]

Here’s the link: m.tb.cn/h.f4C7UpR?sm=e96841

[@ashleyegan5476]

isn't your spacebar upside down??

[@swampwcat]

yes, it is. i prefer to use the spacebar like this. you should try it too. :D

[@csunshine6041]

I got the Q1, but I keep going back to look at NJ80 videos :/

[@swampwcat]

oh love the Q1. i wish i could have it one day. it’s still unavailable to buy in my country. (i don’t want to pay expensive international fee haha)

[@csunshine6041]

@@swampwcat Oh gotcha. I like the build quality of the Q1. And with a few simple mods, it can sound really nice too-just wish I had the convenience of wireless. I hope that you can get your hands on one someday! ^^

[@vulilom]

I got the same stock version. Replaced to Akko cs ocean blue switch to make thock sound ^_^

[@swampwcat]

Oh! Same here! I haven't decided matcha green or ocean blue yet. :s

[@vulilom]

@@swampwcat Yep. I ordered Akko carbon retro set as well. Now the sounds are tock and thock >.~. Need some lube and modding and It'll be perfect for me.

[@Volgin.]

Maybe the brass plate would sound deeper?

[@swampwcat]

That's what I'm always thinking. If I could choose again, definitely brass plate.

[@paratoxik922]

brass will sound clackiest of all plates. Something pom would make it deep.

[@wesleychen4408]

How is the height of this keyboard? Wondering if I’ll need a wrist rest for it. Thanks and great video!

[@swampwcat]

2.1cm x 3.1cm without flip-out feet. 1.9cm x 4.5cm with flip-out, It might be better with wrist rest.

[@dimitrydorogov8595]

where did you get these keycaps?

[@swampwcat]

i bought them on Taobao. :3

[@dimitrydorogov8595]

@@swampwcat thank you for answer

[@heart.7717]

stap you can try on holee mod. it makes your spacebar soft sound.

[@swampwcat]

I've tried it on my next video, but the spacebar turns out not what I wish. :

[@TheWeeklyCartoonist]

For some reason mine came with a silver volume wheel so I didn’t need to change the colour from bronze Not complaining

[@pressaltf4495]

will it blink when it's battery is low?

[@swampwcat]

Yes, it will flashing red on F12 when the battery is low and flashing green when you're charging.

[@pressaltf4495]

@@swampwcat and after charging thet green light will turn off?

[@swampwcat]

@@pressaltf4495 Yes, it will.

[@kristineleyesa5211]

is this gasket mounted?

[@swampwcat]

Nope. It’s sandwich(top and bottom casing) plus tray(between plate and PCB) mount.

[@FlanzetaGaming]

This or TM680?

[@swampwcat]

I haven't get my TM680 yet, so I can't tell you which one is better. In my opinion, NJ80 has brass plate vision that TM680 doesn't. Also NJ80 is a pre-build keyboard with pretty good quality that's much easier for beginner (like me). Worth a try!

[@FlanzetaGaming]

@@swampwcat ty for answer! Already subbed, getting my gamakay lk67 tomorrow (same as tm680) loved the nj80 btw

[@chipapanation9514]

I think the spacebar is inverted but nice video tho

[@swampwcat]

Thank you. So do I. Don't know why the spacebar turn out like this. Still need to work on it. :S