Skyloong GK104 Pro - is it really just TOO much?

[@KitGuruTech]

Spam is an ongoing issue - please report any as soon as you see it. We remove all we can but it is quite the battle at times. So - this keyboard - do you like either version - would you buy one? Let us know in the comments.

[@donkeysunited]

There is nothing about the keyboard that would make me want it over any other keyboard. They should have marketed it as "a child's first gaming keyboard" because this thing doesn't scream "Pro".

[@harleylover9446]

Skyloong designer 'Thanks for the board meeting Skyloong - my first question is what features would you like in your keyboard? Skyloong CEO 'Yes'.

[@user-uv8qn1br8q]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@dreschaffhausen5693]

his R&D team disappointed him because they couldn't make the built in iron work.

[@hothardwareforthewin-he4fz]

@@dreschaffhausen5693 Only misses the kettle for the coffee

[@johnerikson2443]

pretty much sums it up!

[@danmar007]

This meme/joke/thing has gotten so old, I wonder why people still like it.

[@Simplyswish-xx6wr]

MKBHD has a version of this keyboard out from Skyloong - it has a big steering wheel option at the top with a siren and on the screen it shows cops behind you.

[@sortingoutthebills-dy6td]

I almost wet myself there. thanks!

[@amdforlife5591]

oh I did LOL there. does not happen too often

[@hothardwareforthewin-he4fz]

poor MKBHD, you would think he ran over 10 kids or something.

[@hothardwareforthewin-he4fz]

it does 96 in a 30. its that loonnnnnnnnggggg

[@iamahappybunny7640]

its a fully kitted out escape from the cops keyboard. I agree !

[@Draakh]

I like how no one just said 'stop' this is enough when they designed it

[@Francioslusi-kg6cx]

well ok then, thats an interesting keyboard - i quite liked the option to use fire engine sounds and the sound of dying whales and kids being run over by cars. nice and relaxing when I type.

[@sortingoutthebills-dy6td]

OMG lol

[@KitGuruTech]

Actually made me laugh out loud 🤣🤣 Mat

[@stevewatson6839]

Oh, wonderful. A keyboard for Democratic Party/Labour voters.🤣🤣🤣🤮🤮🤮🤪

[@Raul-id9gp]

Skyloong’s motto - ‘if we can’t get it to work we won’t put it in’

[@Wyatt775]

Mat I liked the review, and very good coverage overall for the features - it must have taken some time planning it all out !

[@KitGuruTech]

Yes it was!

[@Wyatt775]

@@KitGuruTech Great!

[@Blake846]

The built in calculator option is genius ! just for that alone!

[@allensmall5448]

Mat trying not to laugh while playing those sounds from the keyboard speaker - what are they smoking !

[@anthonyward4654]

Well this is just what I needed today, something to cheer me up. And yes would be the answer to the video title

[@mikepowell8044]

I am curious did someone ask them to make a keyboard with a speaker that does bubble sounds?

[@darwinbronw1241]

Love the sound test segment well done.

[@gaeljames6225]

What are the sound affects called? I cant make them out very well

[@weston1701]

No fire engine sounds for the keys?

[@RaghuDevarukhkar368]

I really love the grey and orange colour scheme. A few manufacturers are doing that colour combo and it looks very retro and modern at the same time.

[@KitGuruTech]

I totally agree!

[@fletcher3431]

This is clearly an asian keyboard for their own market with some software that is only half ported over. looks pretty cool though

[@wusikozwr]

Thanks Mat, good review, liked how you addressed all the concerns, most of which I have myself

[@KitGuruTech]

Thanks! Glad you liked the video. What's your thoughts on the board after watching it? Mat

[@festerleech4952]

Fantastic. They literally thought of everything, love this.

[@KitGuruTech]

It's got allllll the features! Mat

[@ryu2l0n]

Good review, I think the screen thing is a bit of a gimmick but its interesting to see a company trying to push things a bit further

[@yoonnoga]

No delete key with the screen there seems mad to me, I use that key a lot and also pg up and pg down

[@KitGuruTech]

Could always remap it and use a different key, but yes I agree and I missed it too when testing with the screen installed Mat

[@joshuav.d.3777]

I would love to meet the designer of this for two reasons. One to shake his hand and other to ask him ‘why?’

[@KitGuruTech]

🤣

[@joshuav.d.3777]

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[@Ernest3834]

Corsair will buy these guys, put the fun back into the brand

[@Wilfred4815]

ASIAN community will love this ! Europeans ? not soo much !

[@Edward001]

Dont know what the software was such a problem. Last time I used Corsair iCUE it could have been in Chinese for all the sense it made.

[@changhunnam]

I like the pink one, very stellar blade - one of my favourite games

[@Praireboy-hg8ip]

I loved that game too, was epic

[@WangRyoo]

The removable screen idea is funny, good talking point, but I would have the keys back in place. is itsjust that position you can attach the screen? id love to mess with my sister with that

[@LordofPotatos]

That said tho, are there a good substitutes from competitors? Ideally one that has the ff: 1. Numpad 2. Dials 3. A screen The speaker and calculator (and its screen) are defo expendable

[@stickyfingers9710]

Skyloong have just been awarded the 'Best minimalistic keyboard for November 2024'

[@jungholxpd]

Good review Mat - covered it all - the sound effects section had me in fits. they built a speaker into the keyboard - thats crazy - shame the screen cant watch movies on a USB stick or something

[@KitGuruTech]

Thanks! My face was a picture when I first unboxed the board and it had the sound effect on by default 😆 Mat

[@mbrosenb86]

“Episode one: what is this a keyboard or a multi tool” ok wow that was funny😂

[@pixelrefresh348]

Pricing is actually pretty good considering the amount of features and novelty this thing has.

[@ganghus8kl]

The screen with the GIF support how do you upload to it ? does it mount as a drive in windows and you put in the files there?

[@nextdoorman256]

Would be cool if you could stream video to that display on the keyboard.

[@napoficial7123]

Nice video! Thank you!

[@theonlyredspecial]

awesome review Mat!

[@KitGuruTech]

Thanks mate! :)

[@yoonsarang05]

The knobs look a bit silly if all you can do is alter the sound volume settings with them all

[@LeeGung-u1h]

Well that was interesting - its quite a good deal for the price, was surprised it wasnt 200

[@ObviouslyItsMar]

where did you download the software for the remapping keys

[@DarwinBrookes-ss6on]

Hilarious- what a fun video- no idea who they are targeting with this one !

[@inlovewithmycar7085]

yeah its a pretty wacky thing - it certainly stands out, but not sure of the audience - who knows!

[@KitGuruTech]

Glad you enjoyed it! it's one of the keyboards of all time! Mat

[@stickyfingers9710]

@@KitGuruTech One of the 'best' ? 'loudest' ? 'most likely keyboards to make you hyperventilate?'

[@KitGuruTech]

@@stickyfingers9710 yes

[@songbyeongjun]

The calculator is something I always wanted on my keyboard to be honest - weird as that sounds - I use it alot for company accounts at home as well as gaming lol

[@LutherMcDermott]

Grey one works the pink one is going to be a constant punch in the eye.

[@Austin023]

Can you record your own sounds like farts etc? I would love to give this as a gift to my wife on christmas day

[@KitGuruTech]

Ermmm really ?

[@Austin023]

@@KitGuruTech Really!

[@GamerGlitch95]

Can you tall us about all of the color and the shape like the second purple one pls ❤😢

[@DS-vx3wf]

can the knob be used as Play/ Pause button?

[@chanhobae98]

I dont like the sound of the plain one you were reviewing - sounded very clunky to me. at least they are lubed a bit

[@KitGuruTech]

They're not the greatest but definitely not bad either Mat

[@JonathanPilson-mu3rg]

really quite cool - we all need a bit more fun in life ! this one is just a company having a good time

[@KitGuruTech]

Definitely!

[@yooninsa02]

Good thorough review, nice keyboard shame about the software package

[@gahein37]

The screen - is it just GIF capable? you can have 480p 10-20 second video running? whats the file support etc?

[@KitGuruTech]

Just GIFs and Images up to 320*240 resolution and up to 15mb Mat

[@4thofjuly-fk4oq]

If anyone ever asks me about hardware and 'can you ever have too much' - I have always said 'Don't be silly, there can never be too much!!!' Until I saw this video.

[@KitGuruTech]

Maybe we'll see a version 2 with built in red rope liquorice dispenser! Mat

[@kanggpre]

Having three dials that do the same thing - can you not tweak them?

[@KitGuruTech]

You can - if you can figure out the software Mat

[@jeongukim42]

I think this keyboard is a lot of fun, I really like it - its not even that expensive

[@RanHong-t7k]

Id buy that for the price - would be fun to play about with - the screen looks very limited - not sure I would want a GIF flashing constantly every few seconds on repeat

[@KitGuruTech]

You don't 'have' to upload stuff to it - without the GIFs and images it'll just show the keyboard settings screen Mat

[@JeongLee-i6g]

Is the pink one based on manga or something? I am not familar with the lass on the spacebar

[@KitGuruTech]

I have no idea sorry - It doesn't mention any specific character or manga anywhere I could see Mat

[@rufusmctavish1164]

I bet if these were on show in argos, tescos and the like it would sell thousands for kids presents at christmas.

[@MuhammadTanveer-gw3pt]

An off topic : Bro what is the name of the keycaps that rgb lights shine throug letters only? I mean whole keys are not transparent but the letters.Just like razer blackwidow v4 75% has.

[@yassenredwan8297]

Side printed key caps, for my info they are the only I saw that has this functionality.

[@MuhammadTanveer-gw3pt]

@yassenredwan8297 Ok thanks

[@DongBin-v6v]

Nice breakdown ! I love the orange and grey one

[@KitGuruTech]

Thanks - my favourite too :) Mat

[@namchanghun16]

Never heard of this brand, some cool products on their website, not too expensive too like keychron

[@fredericknewman6338]

I like the look of them - they look great, but the sounds are just bad

[@minseokk4m6]

Are these guys able to ship to Germany?

[@kizkvr]

The knobs look very loose, and the sound test they sounded pretty rough to my ears

[@garachoi]

What is the use of the little screen, I would ask if you could put on system temps on it, but that software is mostly in chinese, so it seems useless to me.

[@KitGuruTech]

Displaying GIFs and Images and then showing keyboard settings and an action per minute graph Mat

[@tonyg3753]

You said it was silent. When you were typing on it, it sounded like you were hitting it with a dead blow hammer on a wooden box! LOL

[@KitGuruTech]

The audio was boosted in editing due to people commenting on not being able to hear it clearly on past reviews. In the real world it's pretty quiet. Sorry for the confusion, we'll add any info like to the footage in the future.

[@tonyg3753]

@@KitGuruTech Gotcha! I don't think my sub being on helped any either! LOL

[@Iloveyoutube-oh4ug]

So childish and excessive. I love it ! its quite cheap too - they crammed so much crap into that keyboard and arent ripping people off for it !

[@KitGuruTech]

It's refreshing to see! Mat

[@WooPark-c6j]

the built in calculator is quite good to be honest, but most of the other stuff is tacky - question - can you actually tweak the knobs to do different things or is it just for volume?>

[@KitGuruTech]

You can if you can figure out the software Mat

[@buyingastairwaytoheaven5252]

I dont think they managed to cram enough stuff in this - I was hoping for a mint dispenser on the side. 😵

[@KitGuruTech]

😆

[@pixelrefresh348]

A tictac dispenser would be so cool

[@hansolb97q]

I cant get over the price point - considering most keyboards now with big feature sets are close to 200 bucks or more

[@seydaneen8970]

lol those keyboard sounds. bring that board into work and you'll be loved by everyone in the office 😎

[@MarcussulaimanAdams]

Calculator is really useful!

[@KitGuruTech]

For many it could be yes

[@Linuxdistro15-ih8ox]

I just sent them an email to see if they have a drinks and crisps holder option.

[@KitGuruTech]

They opened it and the designer is already hard at work! 😆 Mat

[@RobertoCarney]

Think 3 dials is overkill you only really need one for volume and thats kind of it.

[@Penfolduk001]

I think the speaker in the keyboard is right idea, wrong sound effects. If it had sounds for mechanical typewriter, teletype, 80's film style blooping etc, it would be better.

[@Eesaregood]

Agree with that wonder if you can change them?

[@kangeyxe]

Shame they didnt get the software sorted by an english speaking person. I cant deal with Chinese language interface. have no idea how to use that.

[@KitGuruTech]

Indeed - it's honestly terrible, which is a shame as it's ruining the experience of a pretty fun keyboard Mat

[@BrainStoles]

Love how you can remove the screen thats a nice touch.

[@gongmiitg5]

The price isnt bad for all the stuff you get with it - just seems a bit crazy for most people

[@pixelrefresh348]

My thoughts exactly. Its a pretty good price for a really strange keyboard.

[@chobeorya]

Skyloong are really good, recommend them to anyone, they get the price right. just wish they would sell banana switches in their boards

[@taeyang4w2i]

its neither a keyboard or a multitool its a monster !

[@philmarsden9594]

sound fx are just funny af :D

[@pixelkid4]

Wow that is hilarious - not in a good way though!

[@Chiongster101]

Been eyeing this keyboard a while, it fits all the gamery aesthetics and quirkiness, unfortunately, the software isn't the best, and I feel is the only barrier for getting this keyboard.

[@thetechdevil-jn1vo]

Yeah its put me off it, I dont want to try and work out chinese software. impossible

[@Chiongster101]

@@thetechdevil-jn1vo its a pity though, I liked how they went full crazy with unecessary gamery features like custom typing sounds, but the software is just the dealbreaker

[@pixelrefresh348]

@@Chiongster101 Think you could just avoid the software. In the end it is a keyboard and a lot of features are going to be supported by default in the OS

[@UnitedAlgorit-el4hy]

wow that sound section over the speaker - I was already triggered and had to leave my room to get a coffee and a biscuit. Asia is brilliant though, no one ever says to a designer ' no, don't do that, it looks and sounds ridiculous' - instead they go ahead and make it. I would love to know how many people use that bubble sound when typing. I wonder if they are dead yet.

[@KitGuruTech]

The keyboard that ensures you stay hydrated...a key selling point they're missing out on 😆 Mat

[@juhawoo]

Keychron changed my life, sorry this tacky stuff does not appeal to me anymore

[@KitGuruTech]

Q1 Max is immediately back on my desk 😉 Mat

[@BobMotster]

This might be the ultimate keyboard.

[@SuperJimBobJoe]

For the price and the amount of features I cant even be mad when the features are ridiculous because its like you're barely paying for it

[@hothardwareforthewin-he4fz]

Some designers been on the cat nip there for too long

[@Brandon15169]

That pink colour scheme is ghastly.

[@jalja7lyq]

if carlsberg made gaming keyboards (crossbow included)

[@YeopSoo]

sounds wise it sounds good? right after the speaker sounds? I would assume you meant the key switches and not the crap speaker garbage

[@KitGuruTech]

Yes of course - The built in sounds are ridiculous :P Mat

[@Hudson234]

The software looks half done for the english speaking market

[@geuheoeg6k]

Anyone got one of these?

[@Itsameamario-ns3se]

I think they look quite good, very loud and in your face, ideal for a teenager I think and pretty well priced to be fair !

[@KitGuruTech]

I agree, I like the looks of the TiGrey version, not sure I could use the Quantum Mech one everyday though. My son has already nicked one out of my office and is using it on his PC :) Mat

[@huxley3775]

Hilarious !

[@jallayoon]

A lot of gimmicks but its hard to be annoyed with a keyboard under 100 loaded with all this stuff. seems like a decent board underneath it all

[@amdforlife5591]

I think its pretty fun, life is so boring, keyboards are hardly the most fun things to buy, i would play around with this for a fair bit. Is it just GIFS that screen can support?

[@KitGuruTech]

GIFS and Images - then the themes to display all other stuff - it also has an actions-per-minute graph for when you're going beast mode on Starcraft or LoL 😂 Mat

[@AhnSe-y1d]

the screen is something you would use for a few days then just put the keys back in place, lets be honest but I like a toy to play with as much as the next man

[@taeyun3no2]

The Robo army one is my daughters christmas present now, thanks!

[@ufopulse]

If that color screen can't show cpu temp it's absolutely useless

[@Wasadamata]

I would have gone for one if it was a metal chassis instead of plastic.

[@jiahan54]

Mental amount of configuration options. overkill

[@Bantadasa]

Never heard of these guys before.

[@KitGuruTech]

Well now you have 👍🏻

[@gwanghyeondo]

Very good value for money, even if some of the things are pretty much just gimmicks