IT'S HERE! Everest MAX Keyboard Review

A few months after their huge Kickstarter, Mountain followed through BIG TIME with a keyboard really unlike any other. The Everest Max gaming keyboard has features we've been asking for from other companies for years; removable USB-C, hotswap PCB, RGB lighting, media dock, programmable LCD screens...AND the ability to configure this and swap modules to any side. This is refreshing.
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[@nathanbrower1606]

Frank: puts clock on keyboard Also Frank: has clock on his desk

[@notfish]

people like clocks man leave him alone

[@phantomv69]

@@notfish smh

[@atticushu3769]

And wears a watch

[@excaliburproductions7]

@@atticushu3769 zksjaja

[@alphapt9370]

As my ex would say, you can never have too many clocks. Well, close enough. (obvious joke is obvious)

[@noahglau6897]

The keyboard is the computer now

[@joshe2420]

" look at me, i am the pc now "

[@mrducky179]

costs as much as the computer too

[@i_love_pandas8458]

@@mrducky179 its cost like 200 that's not as much as a new computer

[@bryantehhero502]

@@mrducky179 It's not all that expensive for a keyboard tbh. Don't like the brushed aluminum though. That shit picks up all the dust

[@MTG9745]

I mean maybe that clock could be a tiny screen so you could attach a usb hub for your mouse, headset, and RGB mouse pad for them FrAmEs!

[@henriksoderqvist3054]

"Ladies & gentlemen ... 94% gentlemen" 😂

[@v_eh]

Lmaoo

[@krater454]

i saw this just as he said it

[@kirie_cupcakes]

I'm part of the 6%.

[@luketrench6567]

I've been a beneficiary of Dr. James Hamilton's trading strategies.. I've decided to share him with you. Gain massively trading crypto.

[@luketrench6567]

Contact; + 1 9 7 3 5 2 4 6 6 9 2

[@nithinvijayakumar6063]

the dedication of this man to wear a jacket for a keyboard named everest, never have i seen a more deserved like

[@80hazard19]

Was waiting patiently for this review since the Kickstarter/Prototype days.

[@80hazard19]

....$270's a bit steep, but then you consider the cost of custom or specialized keebs, and well...it's not that bad.

[@dragmaster2000]

Man same here I bought it very early and waiting all year sucked because my razer keyboard started to die, was my first keyboard, so my fiancee got me a cheap $30 keyboard to hold me off until this came out.

[@themandalorian996]

My razer keyboard is starting to die, had ordered a steelseries apex pro tkl, then saw this video and canceled my apex pro to pre order this keyboard with silent red switches. Hopefully my razer lasts the rest of the month

[@Victor-wy7yc]

I rather get the GMMKPro

[@Oliver-vh8if]

@@Victor-wy7yc yeah it looks amazing

[@Ankky22]

5:01 "take that Razer" *looks at my huntsman mini*

[@chocoshot2472]

lmao looks at my huntsman te

[@W_xstedd]

I did the exact same thing 😂

[@tec9609]

Im good with my Apex Pro TKL for now

[@mrlionplays9787]

Me at my cheap Dell keyboard not even mechanical

[@aadisahni]

What 'bout the Elite version though. It lacks many features that the TE and Mini have, including removable cables

[@e21big]

one of the great thing about this modularity feature is that I can finally have the numpad on the left as it should

[@pedrokunkka4212]

A long time ago Microsoft made a keyboard with this feature, I think it was called Sidewinder.

[@arcadeous754]

10% of people in the chat: oh yeah this keyboard rlly cool! 90% of people in the chat: THAT BEARD IS GORGEOUS

[@northwestclasspnw7974]

How did he get rgb in his beard?!?

[@yunlongsong4521]

Razer: next product, rgb gaming beard!

[@jhowardsupporter]

I just noticed the beard thanks to you. Now I'm leaving.

[@GeekStreet]

What a great keyboard! Really impressed.

[@irrelevant5226]

after 1 week no one commeted on this comment so i thought I should

[@Unpug]

Yup

[@martinsvensson6884]

I want one but with "laptop keys" and thin.

[@cock7873]

Eyy it’s geek street

[@jessejamesfaier644]

This has got to be one of the coolest keyboards I've seen

[@tooreosonecup4995]

Should be for 300$ 😳

[@PK-on9gr]

Frank looks like he is from the Everest with his beard

[@irrelevant5226]

r/rareinsults

[@rainxyzz]

Yes

[@ndy3882]

Indeed

[@bryantehhero502]

Rgb beard

[@maurice7017]

@@irrelevant5226 that aint an insult. thats a compliment

[@xotenonz2686]

4:59 Razer, Steelseries and Corsair be like: "Why are we still here.... just to suffer"

[@tec9609]

R A Z E R shouldnt be there they’re ass

[@zigapauko1]

Because it costs 250€, which is too much for a keyboard.

[@zigapauko1]

@@Rhodessss I must agree with that, that is why I buy them when they are on discount. Bought my Razer Blackwidow Elite for 140€. Best deal I made.

[@NorthernLaw_]

If Corsair can recreate this keyboard ALONGSIDE Everest which means Elgato X Corsair X Everest, this means the keyboard will be 10000X better and hopefully everything will be permanently connected as much as I love customization I just want the indicator LEDs on the keyboard and the dedicated media keys along with the wheel on the right side of the board, better yet put the dedicated media controls on the right along with a separate volume scroll wheel and then on the way left the wheel with the amazing tactile feedback

[@mühl.1nika]

@@zigapauko1 i bought my black widow elite for 112 pounds

[@razerlazer25]

A great feature doesn't really get mentioned much, but you can actually buy this in different layouts for different regions depending where you are living.

[@THO-BRO2000]

That's the case with almost all keyboards... I get it was a Kickstarter project, but having different layouts based on the country is so normal in the keyboard market that there's no reason to mention something as logical as that whatsoever.

[@greymooses]

Cool...

[@gowthammagesh417]

Either he’s sponsored or he’s just the nicest guy ever.

[@pacjohn]

Or it’s the best consumer keyboard he’s laid his hands on that doesn’t cut corners for once

[@Zoomin69]

@@pacjohn but is it tho?

[@DonaldRump.]

its illegal if hes sponsered and he dosnt say he is

[@googol181]

I sure hope he’s not sponsored because both him and the company are in trouble

[@kangsusuh4919]

@@googol181 why are they both in trouble?

[@millmi3914]

OMG THIS IS SUCH A GOOD DEAL! It really looks like the company put a lot of effort into the keyboard.

[@noahb3ll958]

Over $250 is pretty steep for a keyboard

[@qwertyuiop1854]

NoahB3ll There are other companies out there who offer a fraction of what Everest gives for the same price point. A good example is the Apex Pro, the thing is expensive, the LED screen is pretty small and underutilized, and the cable is undetachable.

[@aihua5206]

@@qwertyuiop1854 both of them could be considered steep?

[@flavc5434]

@@aihua5206 this offers more for the same price. Id say 250-200 is acceptable considering the huntsman elite is 220

[@aihua5206]

@@flavc5434 still doesn't change that it's steep for most people here

[@amaurilucinio]

My Everest Max has arrived today and I can tell, this review is exactly what you will get if you buy one... Perfect!

[@DirteeBloo]

Just got mine today!!! Love it so far. Really exceeded all expectations and more. The packaging was so impressive in itself lol

[@optimistprime4783]

Thank you for a great video Frank, this finally helped me decide on a keyboard - I was torn until this review. This keyboard has everything and the fact that I can easily change switches if and when needed is amazing now that I have injured my hand so badly I can't solder anymore. Thank you thank you thank you, I can't wait for it now! I've ordered for shipping in late Feb, but it take a while to get down under I reckon!

[@samiyakibonge528]

How is it ??? Also does it work with Wallpaper engine?

[@Qwety]

Me: buys a high profile barebones drop CTRL to build my first custom keyboard Frank: Drops review for this Bruh

[@benbarron774]

nah, a drop control is way better than this

[@dillmaster1116]

Me too man was lubing my switches for my first custom when I saw this. Bruh moment.

[@benbarron774]

@@dillmaster1116 yeah trust me man this thing will suck

[@dillmaster1116]

@@benbarron774 haha thanks for making me feel better. Ig I just feel kinda bad cuz for the same price as mine, that board has the cool media dock

[@qwertyuiop1232123212]

@Joshua Zhang the CTRL has some of the brightest RGB of ANY keyboard. There is a reason custom cable makers say you should limit cable length on CTRLs and ALTs.

[@Whxrl]

5:00 “take that razer” *razer looks at huntsman tkl and mini*

[@MrToddking1]

5:01

[@MrToddking1]

Lol

[@NorthernLaw_]

If Corsair can recreate this keyboard ALONGSIDE Everest which means Elgato X Corsair X Everest, this means the keyboard will be 10000X better and hopefully everything will be permanently connected as much as I love customization I just want the indicator LEDs on the keyboard and the dedicated media keys along with the wheel on the right side of the board, better yet put the dedicated media controls on the right along with a separate volume scroll wheel and then on the way left the wheel with the amazing tactile feedback

[@MrToddking1]

@@NorthernLaw_ my friend thinks steelseires has the best keyboards

[@plus87]

Lol

[@RedDeer93]

The preview for the keyboard you had wayyyy back earlier this year made me back the Kickstarter. My first ever Kickstarter at that. I can't wait after hearing how well its turned out and for the price I got it for it makes it even sweeter a deal. Thanks for your initial video and follow up review helped me finish my set-up.

[@chocoshot2472]

damn now we can have a full keyboard and a tkl keyboard at the same time! looks sick!

[@Jadevious]

Yep, I'm one of the backers who got the max version & I got it for this exact reason, a lot of the time I didn't want the numpad (or if I did, I wanted it on the left side), so this detachable version is incredible!

[@perceptivity_]

@@Jadevious I might be late, but how is the RGB illumination ? it looks kinda dim to me, also how's the key wobble ?

[@Jadevious]

@@perceptivity_ Rgb is definitely dim and limited in functionality tbh, but the key quality/stability is as good as can be for a cherry switch

[@perceptivity_]

@@Jadevious do you think PBT white keycaps will help it shine a bit ? I'm not that big of a fan of RGB styles but I like it to be at a decent level.

[@Jadevious]

@@perceptivity_ from what I've seen, definitely - pudding caps seem to make this thing look amazing, it's a shame not many come in the uk format

[@artyboy1377]

This is really impressive! Just pure performance in a modular setup.

[@Sizzler1174]

All I gotta say is it's about time a company releases a keyboard for the enthusiasts with the add-ons and customization's that this keyboard provides along with usb pass through and you can use a custom usb cable, so sweet! Having factory lubed switches out of the box, so clutch! This is a great price for what you get. You get everything under $300.00. I might have to purchase two of them. Thx Randomfrankp!

[@wildtime001]

I just bought a Mountain Everest Max based on your review, and I love it! It was a bit expensive, but arrived from Amsterdam to Canada within a week. Thanks RandomFrankP!

[@Ashwagandi]

Lovin the beard :D

[@nayraa6820]

It’s November my g, of course he gotta show off the beard

[@FootballtasticHQ]

I read that lovin the board lol

[@lucaas050Kkk]

Gay

[@deiserrrrrrrr]

i honeslty hate that beard

[@FootballtasticHQ]

@@lucaas050Kkk gaaaayyyy

[@GamesForNoobs]

No cap ... I've been waiting to buy a keyboard ever since you first mentioned this on ur channel

[@ImCTPPS3]

Been waiting for this review. Super excited

[@markwade2667]

I noticed he’s typing faster with this keyboard than any other keyboards he reviewed.

[@kakouhai7162]

my mans got the beard, the jacket, the hoodie, wish I could layer like that

[@Enocan]

Me: wow this is amazing! Me: goes to the website to buy it Me: regrets going to the website because it costs $270 Also me: My day is ruined 😑

[@meese1k]

Well compared to a good custom, that pretty average

[@noahglau6897]

Tbh it’s not that bad for what it offers

[@Enocan]

I just usually don’t spend that much an a keyboard lol

[@ancient3668]

Ben Hedberg its much different then a custom

[@meese1k]

@@ancient3668 agreed, but thats a mid range custom price.

[@maurice7017]

I have been waiting for this for ages! Thanks so much for making this video!

[@nosc0pe]

What's up randomfrankp I'm guys

[@NorthernLaw_]

Okay so here we go, I'm going to try to keep this as short as possible: This keyboard is AMAZING, so glad they are doing this, this is EVERYTHING we wanted from the Corsair K100 and MORE. Complaints about this keyboard are for me first of all the detachable numpad, I get some people don't like it and that's fine, however I think they should make another version where the numpad is fully attached, that will make it a bit smaller as well, remove that pattern by the keys which you already said, they need to add dedicated macro keys such as on the Corsair K100 you got G1-G6. I like those and think they should do that, the dedicated media controls are amazing along with the rest of that unit, I will say though I also wish there was a version with it just permanently there in the top right corner or something and the back be a little raised up, the RGB a little brighter and fix the problem with the pure white not being able to show on this because I love that color, the wrist rest would obviously be the full length of the keyboard, and everything else is amazing, I hope to see Corsair do EXACTLY this in the future at a good price and I will easily buy that, another big thing here is only ONE cable with a USB passthrough, that is amazing and needs to be done, it's almost 2021 come on companies

[@mateoreyes7415]

Wow, I love you you can remove the numbad. Definitely will keep this on my wish list

[@aatman05]

man thats some movie quality b-roll......awesome video quality..always enjoy watching your videos

[@stcm]

If only the numpad could be used on it's own. Taking it on the go to use with a laptop without a numpad would be a godsend

[@YoutubeHandle452]

Mine just came yesterday and im lovin it as well. I cannot name a single keyboard that is better than this one. props to everest for such a quick delivery and such a great product

[@SouthernWolff]

It's funny, this keyboard was being advertised to me on Facebook for like a month straight. I kept commenting "I'd buy it for $200, maybe $225, but $270 is steep". DMd them asking if they'd provide a coupon code. They said they didn't have any at the moment. So I just went and bought it at $270. 😂 Excited for it to arrive. Ordered on the 5th of July! Ironically, I didn't watch any reviews before purchasing. I just saw its features and was pumped. Something I learned from this video (and was desperately hoping it included) was that it has usb pass through. That's awesome! The website didn't say that, and I have a 3 port hub attached to my current KB for my g502, ES2 xbox controller, and my g635.

[@pioneer_1148]

This looks fantastic and puts most of my pre order fears to bed. However, I would make two slight criticisms: 1 The numbpad connection. Why magnets? When I saw the prototype I mistakenly thought that they were using pins and honestly I cannot work out why they haven't. Pins would have provided a far more secure and durable connection, drastically reducing the wobble and eliminating the risk of damage to the USB C connection. 2 The backplate design What the hell is that wired milled pattern?! the faceplate is gorgeous brushed aluminium why on earth wouldn't you use that over the horrible milled design they have gone with for the backplate? On the plus side it doesn't show up too clearly but its a disgusting sore on what is otherwise a beautiful design. There is also the problem of using RGB LEDs rather than RGBW ones but seeing as almost every keyboard has this problem I'll give them a pass. Especially as they have lubed and clipped the stabilisers which is utterly fantastic and I wish more companies would do.

[@mateuszmaciol3141]

Frank, you should make a follow up video to this as TONS of people have ordered these keyboards back in early November and have not heard a peep as to when they can expect to receive them. These keyboards are being sold as if stock is available but it turns out there is no stock. Staff are extremely unresponsive and keep giving run arounds that orders will be shipped next week. Week after week... Many people on forums are starting to doubt that they will ever receive their orders as 2.5 + month wait without any updates is a bit ridiculous! This seems to be a shady company at best... if they are facing manufacturing issues or other logistical issues they should be upfront and honest with their customers not lurking in the shadows.

[@DurdyPurdy420]

Interesting I wonder how this turned out

[@MVTTIC]

@@DurdyPurdy420 ended up receiving the keyboard and thankfully without any hiccups like others (ordered a particular setup but received something completely different). All is well but just took way too long. You likely won’t run into this issue if you try to order one now since it’s not the original launch anymore

[@ImNeverOriginal]

When he typed "FFFFFFFFF" it hit deep in my soul.

[@CynicalDriver]

Well, I'm going to be sticking with my Huntsman Elite for some time, but this thing looks like something I am going to want to seriously consider for my next keyboard. Thanks for showing it off.

[@sebm5519]

Cant wait for my kickstarter model to come in

[@oni5909]

bro no one talk about how good franks swag is

[@beeaar]

Frank: take that razer Razer huntsman TE:bruh

[@thekaradi]

Wassup guys this is Keyboard Frank P

[@pauldobson8952]

Super hyped for mine to arrive!

[@dododede875]

I am right handed but putting numpad on the left actually helpful.

[@novapreem6650]

« What’s up guys it’s randomfrankbeard »

[@jayden461]

This keyboard is paving the way for customisable stock keyboards

[@dracometeor150]

I received mine yesterday, and I would like to point out that my stabilizers did come lubed, but they did not come clipped. I don't know if this is an inconsistency in QA, but I wanted to point that out so that people make sure to check in case they notice their stabs are still a little noisy. Also worth noting that the silver ESC key is still plastic, not metal. Otherwise love the board.

[@MountainGGlobal]

Hi! All stabilizers come lubed, but only the spacebar stabilizer comes clipped from the factory. If that wasn't the case for your unit, please send us an email to [e-mail].

[@retardedr2d2zzz]

randomfrankp: PBT Keycaps for only 30 extra dollars Me: Cries in 15 dollar keyboard mouse combo

[@haiderjawad7612]

Can the wrist rest be centered like 10:05 or is that a different one? or just not attached?

[@gamerfox9524]

now just got to wait for it to ship!

[@Mushoe]

best youtuber for reviews and tech

[@scoobs9768]

Wow, they really went all out on that packaging! It looks great, but my brain kept telling me the box was an upside down Nike shoe box with that logo haha

[@namanbirbasant7739]

Anything this person reviews is out of my budget

[@bucketofampz]

i like the milling behind the keycaps

[@funnylizzard]

Bro every tech reviewer uploaded their review Of the Everest TODAY Is that a coincidence? 😂

[@nng2442]

Embargo

[@dave90mckeague]

No

[@rafagarcia8474]

Well i have purchased it for 140€ with all and I'm very happy. Just seeing more reviews meanwhile it arrives. 👍

[@captainmcmeme9419]

Sound is just so satisfying OMAGAAAAAAA

[@jerbil404]

Me: DAMN I LOVE THIS KEYBOARD BRO I WANT IT Me: *Checks website Site: $270 Me: Why must god hurt me in so many ways.

[@pro.racist.]

That looks like a dj set in how u held it in the beggining

[@BardaN_FPS]

I know I'm 22 mins late but i clicked this from my recommendation cus notification hasn't still arrived...lol!!

[@Crystalblood2903]

Iam a big fan of the rough milling lines/pattern on this keyboard i ordered one yesterday. Hopefully comes home tomorrow or sunday 😀

[@Mikepet]

I bought this thing right the second on your first review on it. Soon it will be here. Its god damn great.

[@mizzterkaden9287]

Good. People have asked Corsair for color variety, switch variety, TKL, and detachable cables for a long time maybe now they’ll actually listen.

[@jamesandrew3121]

Waited so long for this!

[@severalkorveks138]

The video I were waiting for :D thanks a lot

[@strabrrrymilk]

I got this for Christmas I can say best keyboard I’ve ever had 10/10

[@marcel1463]

After almost one year owning this keyboard i really can recommend it!

[@HenshinHero13]

Can it be used wirelessly? Can't find a definitive answer anywhere!

[@marcel1463]

@@HenshinHero13 No, only with USB C to USB A cable.

[@rxbots]

Hello from the Mountain discord gang

[@Bilalnwo]

This is the ultimate no compromise keyboard

[@ChrisTrades263]

This has to be the best prebuilt keyboard out there

[@bucketofampz]

ive been waiting for this keyboard for months

[@zSal]

Man this Keyboard ASMR's just amazing 8:00

[@Owen.321]

For his next video he should say, "What's up guys, I'm randomfrankp and your watching Disney channel." 🤣

[@menuhin]

deal-breakers for me: 1. north-facing LED switch orientation (cherry profile keycaps will having housing-top interference on middle rows) 2. 3-pin hot-swap versus 5-pin majority (do I want to clip all my 5-pin switches for all other hot-swap just for this one?) (3. QMK compatibility) plus: it will be substantially more attractive if it is a high profile design.

[@JamesLee-lq8qb]

Anyone else notice Frank’s changed setup in the background 😍😍😍

[@teachtech1217]

Coming from a Mechanical Keyboard nerd, those are some of the best sounding stock stabs I've ever heard. Not my cup of tea for the entire keyboard wise, but this is definitely the best "gaming keyboard" niche board you can probably get.

[@obaid5888]

Hey Frank can u do a review of the new ps5 pulse 3d headset... btw love ur content I've been watching since 2015

[@andrewkubisch9225]

Best keyboard I've ever seen honestly.

[@brendon4468]

now we will wait for gmmk pro review :))

[@andrewmitchell8389]

This looks incredible. I hope other peripheral companies take note. It would be nice to have all keyboards in that base format. And just release swappable modules. Maybe give it 2 usb-c and allow a few more pass-through's.

[@xsforreal]

I love the keyboard, but I hate the letters on the caps are slightly off center to the right!

[@drenbarb8846]

Bro this looks sick

[@bababadooba]

the one youtuber who uploads almost every day

[@kevindirk]

Great keyboard and all but im loving the beard bro

[@morpheus015]

Looking forward to this keyboards v2.0

[@kruq2663]

i would love it if it had that elgato buttons on the whole panel over numpad keys

[@lattaio2855]

me: hmm i might pick this u- price: allow me to introduce myself

[@klackin4205]

Steel series, Corsair and Razer had a baby.

[@f4arlessyt623]

This is the most beautiful creation ive EVEEEEEEER seen

[@shekusesay4945]

I can wait to have mine

[@kombi8864]

Poor Frank cant afford a heater so he needs to wear a jacket in his basement😅

[@taranagnew436]

i love the unboxing exp.

[@SavorySleep]

Dang, now I’m torn between this and the GMMK Pro that’s coming out soon.

[@LannyGood]

I found this on ebay for about 200 bucks and I couldnt be happier, it had the silver switches as well

[@jGRite]

Personally, I'd want an EVEREST KEYBOARD MAX BAREBONES. This a sweet keyboard that I can't justify purchasing in the near future.

[@MrWilfredo1012]

Yes, finally!!!! Can't wait to receive mine