This New Mod Will Make ANY Keyboard Thock.

I filled a budget mechanical keyboard (Epomaker EK68) with foam to make it thock.
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[@robertfedel4646]

I categorize keyboards into 4 different categories.

[@w.h.e.a.t.]

30 or more is overexpensive for me 😭🙏

[@Jifflan]

250 is mid for me. 500 is premium.

[@ItzDudd]

Honestly in the custom mechanical keyboard hobby I feel like 80 dollars would be a good budget keyboard

[@W1nt3rFox]

Really easy toolless way to open the case is to remove the knob and the top row of keycaps, put your thumbs there the 5 and 9 keys were and push the top case back and upward, it'll release the clips with the least effort and zero damage. Also the gmk67 is the same board with a polycarbonate plate for half the price

[@manjos182]

fr lol

[@MasmorraGaming]

To open it, remove all keycaps and look for some holes from the inside part. Use a plastic spudger to avoid damage

[@catch_0227]

I have a gmk67 (same board) and it is the easiest thing to open - take off the keycaps and use a plastic knife to pop the outside of the case off from the INSIDE. That easy.

[@ViviAndHerMac]

I have this board in use for a couple of weeks already and I like it very much. Sound and connectivity are very good and I get compliments by colleagues walking by for it 🤓

[@gremcs]

I got an iFixit Kit with the small, thin picks and prying tools and it has been a life saver for three different Epomaker boards that I've built (most recently the Aura 75), all of which had the clips that hold the case together. Other than that lack of mod-ability, I've enjoyed their boards.

[@quivermotion9501]

Hey Hipyo, i'm a zuoya GMK67 user, and this EPOMAKER EK68 is practically the same keyboard but rebranded to be an epomaker (as seen with other epomaker keyboards too). I was also stuck on how to open the very snug plastic case, but its actually pretty simple and tool-less(if you know what you're doing). So you basically take off the keycaps, maybe the switches too if you want, then push the upper part of the case with your fingers firmly, and it should just snap out along with the lower half

[@thearcanamodernau8130]

Same, the case was a nightmare the first times I opened it but it became more loose and easy to open over time.

[@hasansyed_]

Thanks for the tip man, seriously appreciate this. I just bought a gmk67 and was a little worried about how to open it up for sound mods.

[@DarthLai]

this keeb looks exactly like my gmk67 which arrived sounding thock with linear switches, didn't have to modify at all... sounds and feels much better than keyboards twice/thrice its price.

[@im-a-pickle]

It is that exact same board (even uses the GMK software) with less layers of included foam. If anyone is interested in this board I would recommend just getting the GMK67 instead.

[@Yukeena]

Did anyone else used to like thocc when they first got into keebs, but now doesn't really like thocc and prefer that awesome clack instead? I love clacky.

[@HipyoTech]

natural progression

[@naung01]

I still like thocc.

[@yhiz4757]

Character arc

[@Yukeena]

@@HipyoTech So cool that you responded to my comment! Hipyo! What is your fav clacky switch?

[@Yukeena]

@@naung01 A lot of my keyboards thocc, but now building more clacky. I'll still throw in a thocc every now and then though cos I have a lot of switches that I still need to use.

[@Fisheee123]

I cut up an old towel and put 2 layers of it in my keyboard. Made it a bit more thocky, but it really depends on what kind of towel you use. The one I used was pretty cheap, but I'm gonna try a thicker towel and see what happens

[@adventurer3645]

Don't. Try Polyfil instead.

[@Elapse_2]

I love the knob Hipyo the knob is so good

[@boris5731]

to take this apart, as well as the gmk67, you have to take of the back 3 middle keycaps (5,6,7), and if your fingers are big, the switches too. then you just have to pull back and up at the rear of the case should snap off. from there you have to pull the rest of the case apart, and can take under 20 seconds if you learn how to do it

[@Aidinn123]

PFFFT, ive been using those pillows for the past 2 years and hands down, they're amazing!

[@yoshi555king]

Budget for me was relative as I went with an Akko prebuilt for modding and spent like 350 in retail for my Q2 build. Now I do own a GMK67 since this week and it's great and costed me 110euro fully built with mods taken in consideration as well

[@azku]

I think nowadays even the so called ‘budget’ keyboards are of high quality. More than good enough for average users.

[@manicmw]

Thanks for the video! Hipyo and Switch and Click in the morning is awesome!!

[@Shinysstar]

Is the ek68 just a recoloured Gmk 67?? It’s way too similar

[@shrek5987]

my guy called a 90 dollar keyboard "budget"

[@GSSBOfficial]

Me with a $36 keyboard: 👁️👄👁️

[@Pixelplayz14]

@@GSSBOfficialme with a 23 dollar keyboard

[@Cole_B169]

For 90 it is unless you aren’t a collector, then it’s overpriced af. Mine costs around 200 but it’s custom so that’s justified.

[@GSSBOfficial]

@@Pixelplayz14 we afford what we can..

[@Pixelplayz14]

@@GSSBOfficial yess we do

[@holdenhodgdon3756]

The more I see Epomaker keyboard videos, the more I realize that the issues I had with my Fekker Alice 98 were not just isolated to that model having a bad design.

[@jakeweng7386]

should i get this kit or the keychron v1 max barebones, im gonna use akko jelly blacks when its in stock again

[@xjpsmithx]

I have been daily driving a epomaker th96 for the last year. Best board I have ever had.

[@JohnnysBox]

I need to try the pillow foam on my GMMK 2. Hopefully it gets rid of the dreadful ping!

[@VitiateTheImmortal]

I love the moist pop of the kang whites the most. Using them with gateron screw in stabs in a GMMK PRO pc plate goka foam and pe foam. Dcx black keycaps. That sound 😍

[@milkkee540]

Love this board

[@DaltonKevinM]

Hipyo, I've learned a lot from your channel. As I work in electronics I might even DESIGN my own keyboard (check out the QMK stuff). But, question, if I want thocky and 104 keys, what should I look at? Lighting software, removable switches, 3 pin

[@kuro19382]

"with hair from my cat" I'm honestly tempted to try that now.. The amount of fur I get from my cats in one brushing session is probably enough to fill 2 keyboards lol

[@aff3boy983]

Hi Hypio, I want too build my first custom keyboard, but there’s almost zero keyboards that has a iso layout because I’m from Sweden. I thought of maybe buy a barebones or fully build that is 65 percent. Idk if I should get a epomaker ek68 as my first custom keyboard because it has a iso layout, would you say that epomaker ek68 is great for its price and it’s good as a starter custom keyboard. I want too get wuque studios morandi switches. Could you recommend some keyboards that is hotswap and 65% that is around a 100$ and has a iso layout that works great with wuque morandi switches, could you also recommend some good websites to buy keyboards and switches and some Nordic layout keycaps.

[@birdcat25]

wdym keyboards with battery? like if it charges with a wire?? does my keyboard that has to be connected to my pc with cable have a battery??

[@Chrismas-with-no-T]

would this work with a huntsman mini ? (i don't have money)

[@DreamerslDMJ]

Isn’t this the exact same as the gmk67 cause I have it in front of me and the led the battery the case everything is the same

[@shadejackson1133]

Never used mechanical keyboard because I've been intimidated by the price tags.. for me budget keyboard is something that can cost 30 or 35 USD max... Would like some recommendations for that price range

[@DuckCantBridge]

mech keyboards dont go that low. the lowest one is the rk61 which is 60

[@beebop9184]

Would love to see what you think of the kzzi k75pro. It’s currently my favorite keyboard. While I’m still new to the hobby and i haven’t had the chance to try a ton, I haven’t found a budget keyboard that sounds/feels better to me stock.

[@moahmadi22]

Is there GMK67 that is 75% layout?

[@SlightlyM3ntal]

Have you ever thought about making a "dream" build video? Like if you could pick any kit, switch, keycap combo and build it? I've always wondered what your "final form" keyboard would be. I saw the endgame stream but that had it's fair share of hiccups lol

[@avalos_9257]

ain't no way i just got mine today i was waiting for u to make a video

[@John_Raynor]

Hi there .... honestly you put on very Interesting stuff ... but I would like to ask, do you plan to review any of the Nuphy boards? I've seen many folks who said that FOR A PRICE these are very solid keyboards, both AIR and HALO series boards.

[@kylestevens1344]

This is a rebranded zouya gmk67 right? Great keyboard but little bit deceptive.

[@j6n_]

Isn't the EK68 just a reskinned GMK67? 🤔

[@idontlikepeanutz866]

Quick question. Have you tried the zuoya gmk67?

[@arielortiz3150]

Hippo I want your help. I want to build a 68 key keyboard with Kinetic Labs Gecko Silent Linear Switches. But I want something stable as I have a G915 with tactile brown switches. And I need the level of stability that has or more. Preferably wireless. Would you be able to build a parts list for something relatively silent, smooth, stable with no key rattle?

[@astrallized]

I think for a budget keyboard, it depends. For example, for a high quality keyboard, it should be around $70-$89. But for an average mechanical keyboard, it should be around $40-$70. And for custom keyboards from scratch, they should be $80-$150.

[@errorsansplaying7255]

Not related question: Can a usual mechanical keyboard be used for gaming ?? Im using the GMMk1 (didnt feel like using the gmmk2) base and gateron Reds. Ive had those for a year and they work perfectly fine for me.

[@Sinsanatis]

almost any keyboard can be used really. my friend has been using a cheap like amazon basic keyboard for years and only just recently is deciding to get the wooting 60he like i did. my previous board however were the ducky one 2 sf and then the corsair vengeance k65. so mine were so basic. as long as it works and has n key rollover. or maybe at least 6. but thats not usually a problem these days. u would get more out of a better mouse honestly. but of course board like the wooting do more than just work and have good performance, thats like next level stuff.

[@lilgamrgal9442]

"Imagine having three food bowls and still eating cardboard," I feel you Hipyo. My cat will have a full bowl of food (after loudly demanding I fill it) and then will abandon the food bowl and start eating my shoes.

[@ElementalArsenalSpeedruns]

Womier S-K71 or Epomaker EK68 whats better

[@RavenWindrunner]

The easiest way I've seen was to take off the key caps, then just press up on the top of the plastic above the number row until the clips pop. Then you can work around the remainder of the top case to unclip.

[@jakeh.8754]

i thought doubleshot pbt was good, is it just that these are thin?

[@99blazer17]

I want to do this but idk if it's too much of a fire hazard or not. Am I tripping?

[@lazzymc_2844]

you were opening the case from the wrong side. I noticed this case is identical to the gmk67, and to open that, you would use a card to pry it open from the other side you were trying to open it from.

[@ItzSilko_]

can you change the usd on the website to euros somehow?

[@olivergoldvalente]

I'd be really interested in a video discussing the long term use of certain switches! I have the pre-lubed Gateron pro 3.0 yellow switches in a heavily modified Keychron q6 pro (force break, electrical tape, freaking car insulation), and I swear the switches have slowly felt more rattly (pingy maybe?) over just a few weeks of use. I'm not sure if you have a daily that gets a ton of use, but the video would be interesting if you can share any info. Love your videos thanks!

[@RobVanHars2001]

i've used the same switches for a few months, mine is still the same

[@Vyrophyl]

lube

[@erwark]

There's usually a break-in period for lube. It settles in over a few days/weeks of use. If you're getting ping, you may want to lube the springs. Rattle means lube the rails. If you're feeling really lazy, store it upside down when not using and you might get some lube moving back up into place.

[@bobbyteoseahling5636]

You should try putting it inside the keycaps I try it and it makes a lot of differents

[@SaviorselfMedia]

Could you do a video of some of the various types of keycaps all on one keyboard with the same switches? That would be amazing

[@CThienV]

i tried the tape mod for the first time. i laughed so much at how much bubbly thocc i got! keychron Q1 Pro, BBK switches.

[@headoflettuce8117]

wow so innovating and original hipyo! just polyfill mod with extra steps! love to see this high quality content!

[@FlameSoulis]

You might want to look into insulation made from recycled jeans. I'm working on a keyboard with lights, so can't really test it, but it's pretty effective for insulation, so maybe it'll work just as well for insulating a keyboard.

[@NickMcC]

Professional audio engineer here. Can confirm that the recycled jeans insulation is legit.

[@user-zr7wo8xp7u]

Does this work on blue switches?

[@MarbsMusic]

Isn't this basically just a rebranded GMK67? I've gotten two of those recently on Ali for less than $30 each and both had a layer of plastic under the PCB making them very thocky/creamy depending on the switches and caps I put on them. Thinking of buying another as I have extra switches and for the price that makes a great Christmas or Birthday present for those I'm trying to lure into this rabbit hole of custom keyboards...

[@xiii_centuries]

yeah its the same thing. the epomaker is just a rebranded version

[@CoenVazquez]

do you ever user wrist pads? do you recommend any?

[@cjam777]

holy shit i knew it was a good idea to hold on to the extra foam from the coop pillow

[@guwon58]

i suppose this is one of those same manufacturer things. a local brand recently released an identical board called Rakk Pirah Plus

[@Portine]

to answer your question of what a budget board is, i would say about 30-50 dollars; even if it isn't much for a keyboard, I got a Gamestop stock keyboard and I just modded it with cardboard and tissue paper and it sounds amazing.

[@ShadowEmpyrean]

I know this is a long shot but does anyone know where I can get some custom anime keycaps made?

[@Threads1220]

You should try this stuff called felpro gasket maker in place of kilmat its a kinda paper composite material anyway it makes thocky sounds

[@pinrow]

hipyo can u review the gmk67 by boyi or zuoya? thanks !:)

[@sinistergrin6733]

great job on that 10 second sound test at the very very very end of the video bro. could definitely go shorter next time👍

[@mobozzy]

I use Alubutyl mats (guess the same as Killmat) for all the bigger caps and the botton case and its just the best I tested so far for me.

[@isaacluisbalabbo1715]

my keyboard is Zuoya GMK67 and I found his twin!! I've been using this keyboard for 7 months now and yeah it sucks to mod it at first but it gets easily opened when I open it every month.

[@1OfManKind]

this guy is obsessed with keyboards

[@UnknownUser-td9pn]

i have that exact same pillow. they are expensive over 100 bucks. but sooo worth it i love mine.

[@wilstitch]

hipyo your insane thats insa- WAIT HOW DID U KNOW WHAT I WAS TYPING

[@LemonZesty69]

Can you make a vid on the best keyboards budget and expensive

[@erikalassen9312]

can u review the typewriter royale kludge keyboard pls?

[@Day-yr3nh]

Hey Hipyo! Can you make a review of the Machenike K500W keyboard?

[@albertko1]

You probably turn many tray mount boards into a pillow sandwich with something like this... As long the top case can still hold the PCB & plate in place

[@snaeb-ps3bd]

For a wireless, gasket mounted keyboard with a knob, this is a REALLY good deal. Akko 5075S is still superior in my opinion (gasket mount, knob, but wired) but still a great option

[@ciaojay7025]

Now they only sell the VIA version. Plus if you change the gaskets into D65 poron gaskets now the gasket performance will be better

[@bontentengu]

I have that pillow and an Epomaker keyboard. I will try this and let you know if it catches on fire. 😂

[@aidenchen8873]

Hi. Do you know what type of keycaps I should get. SA Profile is too high but I want something that Thocks

[@louisgoirand5220]

cherry profile PBT keycaps are thock

[@aidenchen8873]

@@louisgoirand5220 i had a cherry set. Maybe ill mod the keyboard and use cherry.

[@imauser301]

Please review the Machenike K500 94Keys. I just got mine a few days ago, and its been a great experience ever since. I find this one to be a great entry-level keeb with a great amount of thock right out of the box, for a very, very, low price.

[@elijah4666]

man I had the opposite experience with the coop pillow. I got the default one so not sure if that one is just bad. best sleep of my life.

[@KeebClack]

hi hipyo, when are you going to release the vid with the setups?

[@HipyoTech]

Probably end of month

[@KeebClack]

@@HipyoTech :D

[@namnguyentran2285]

If you can please keep your eyes on the Dareu EK75 pro. Its very nice budget keybroad

[@radspiderjackson]

lol bruh, your cat actually EATS the cardboard and thats wild XD. I've seen plenty that just bite it

[@chanaveelaojavejchakul4116]

you can also use cotton I helps more with the hollowness

[@chanaveelaojavejchakul4116]

FYI I already tried this

[@thewickedtim]

is this not just the GMK67?

[@LKTitan01]

Bro can u give a review on Fentech MAXFIT61

[@SoupofPossibilities]

i'm gonna put my hopes & dreams in my keyboard!

[@p5eudo883]

Is that non-slip carpet pad flame-retardant? I'd be more comfortable with your sand than the stuff tried here.

[@veeetox]

I bought the Epomaker EK68 last month with Gatheron Pro Yellow V2 Switches, and for some reason, it was already THOCC (with a very similar sound than the final result in this video). It's a really good keyboard, I like it a lot

[@blerble]

Can you put low profile switches into a Red Dragon Kumara k552rgb-2?

[@Callsign-Dingo-7]

Not sure about low profiles, but you can put Outemu-style 3-pin switches just fine in there. If you have 5-pin switches, you can try snipping the two extra stands out with a flush cutter. Source: I have a Redragon K552 Kumara Rainbow Edition I modded as my first keyboard.

[@B3L13V3R]

Dude these somewhat shorter-form videos are really on point for the cheaper keebs. Your YT game has arrived. 😂

[@Tyreinn]

I have never felt as seen as hipyo randomly including that this keyboard has iso support

[@stevep6317]

This board looks 100% identical to a few other boards. GMK67 perhaps? I grabbed one on a flash sale for 30 bucks about a month ago, assembled, but no switches/caps.

[@HipyoTech]

getting a gmk 67 to compare

[@stellarSketcher]

@@HipyoTech They're essentially the same board, just EK68 has VIA compatibility. I think it might be the same case as the YUNZII AL71 and the Womier S-K71

[@gabllaqwerty]

Oh please do. Yesterday it was 17$ on Aliexpress's SuperDeals lol now that's budget @@HipyoTech

[@lalhaaa5925]

​@@stellarSketcher i think my keyboard also looks identical with those it was vortexseries gt-65.

[@williamjooj]

I'm commenting "something angry" to help with your algorithm, THANK YOU FOR SUCH AN AWESOME CONTENT

[@Minitazmaniangames-io2uc]

pillow = good sounding keyboard

[@wilstitch]

a budget keyboard is like about 80-100, most amazing keyboards are like 400 or something like that

[@WitchKayla]

would you try candle wax in a keyboard??? I feel like that could be a fun thing to fill a keyboard with

[@nighthawkgamingYT]

Can you do a video on the best keyboards for under $75?

[@Fractal_blip]

My spacebar brapps when i want it to thick

[@MyChannel-vm6dw]

Ffs keyboard manufacturers, just sell us thocky complete keyboards, prelubed, good stabs out of the box already.

[@theunexpectedua]

I could swear I saw him type harder on the stock and then softer on the modded keyboard :D But cool mod though!

[@cyzzzy]

can you try the ornata v 3 x

[@spiceflip]

Bros pillow costs more than my keyboard 💀