RK Royal Kludge M75 Unboxing, First Look, & Sound Test

A first look & sound test of the newly released RK Royal Kludge M75 Mechanical Keyboard. This is RK's second gasket mounted mechanical keyboard, upgrading the dial from the H81 to a knob/button combo that controls Power on/off, connectivity, & volume all displayed on the pixel OLED display. This tri-mode keyboard is 75% with 81 keys, and has RGB backlighting. Unit reviewed has Red Switches that came pre-lubed. RK also offers Silver and Brown switches. Really enjoying this keyboard so far! Comment and let me know what you think or if you purchased it as well!
Amazon Link:
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[@1kld5mnb]

not a big keyboard guy but the several year old revo calibur i was using died so i looked up some videos to find a good wireless mechanical keyboard to replace it. i saw this board on switch and click and then found your video when i looked for more info. so glad i found those videos this thing is so much better than what i was using, and i probably would have bought another cheapo $40 board on amazon otherwise. I've never used custom boards so this is like, by far the nicest keyboard i've ever used lol. even the screen, which i thought was gimmicky, is actually quite useful! it's nice to see a battery percentage at a glance, and switching modes with the knob is so much easier then remembering key combos. Very happy, thanks for the video!

[@whitefoxplays]

Fantastic!!! I'm so glad you found it and are enjoying it!!

[@KrabReviews]

Bought it just the other day, I saw this video and from the aesthetic and the sound I knew I had to buy this. Will be my first gasket keyboard. Hoping for it to sound just as good in the video. Been looking for a good sounding stock keyboard. Great video.

[@whitefoxplays]

Thank you! I think you'll like it, I know I do!

[@ZairaL03]

Did it arrive? How is it? I hope it's as quiet as in the video.

[@whitefoxplays]

@@ZairaL03 yes let us know!

[@FCGordo]

@@ZairaL03 I know this is 5 months later but how is it?

[@SXLTY._.]

Crazy good video a little tip make your voice louder then the music but the quality of the vid is quite literally top it was so good I thought u had 1mil subs u defo deserve more subs

[@whitefoxplays]

Wow thanks for the compliment!! I appreciate the feedback! Glad you liked it!

[@thenewbb]

Really good review and honestly, you’re pretty underrated. I’d expect someone like you that has quality videos to have more subs and views! Keep up the good work. I might get a silver switch one of those soon.

[@whitefoxplays]

Thanks for the kind words! Glad you liked the review!

[@ttvDaBeanstalk34]

Great video! Love the sticky keys sound when you hit the shift a bunch 🤣

[@whitefoxplays]

Hahaha, yes forgot to unplug it first

[@finnstrument]

Came from reddit and im glad i did! great video very helpful

[@whitefoxplays]

Thanks!!! Glad I was able to be helpful!

[@MythicalCS]

I have watched this vid so many times waiting for mine to arrive and its arriving this week!

[@whitefoxplays]

Awesome!! Hope you like it!!

[@fsvaquilar]

mine came in today and it's awesome!!! :)

[@whitefoxplays]

Exciting!!!! Glad you like it!

[@dekmew05]

Great video. I just wished to hear more of the typing 💯

[@whitefoxplays]

Thank you!!! Glad you liked it!!!

[@XaclainRecords]

Heyyy! Great video. Now I really want to buy this keeb!

[@whitefoxplays]

Thank you sir!!! Means a lot coming from you! You were an inspiration for me to put it out there! 🙂

[@XaclainRecords]

@@whitefoxplays Heyy! Im happy to have inspired you! Please keep creating content! This was a great video. Cant wait for more content from you! :)

[@TheFaceless_HD]

I Like the Vid and I think u deserve more follows

[@whitefoxplays]

Thanks so much for saying so! I'm glad you liked the video.

[@BungWasHere]

Was about to buy the RK H81, but then I saw this. Good thing I'm not an impulse buyer. Great video btw, definitely deserves more subs.

[@whitefoxplays]

Thank you so much for saying so! I'm glad it helped!

[@peppaz]

Nice vid buddy, keep it up. Maybe I missed it but what color switches were these?

[@whitefoxplays]

Thanks! I got the red linear switches. They feel great!

[@radbradmtb6915]

Great review! Just picked up a dark grey M75 myself and while the included Viridian switches I chose are nice, I plan on swapping to WS Morandi switches, as I just love them. Serious question, though. Is there downloadable software for this board? The RK website features software downloads for seemingly every single model EXCEPT for the M75. Curious which software download you used and if you could link me to it. Thanks a ton!

[@whitefoxplays]

Appreciate the kind words, and I'm glad you like it! The software download I got was a link from the Amazon listing. Because Chinese companies cannot host downloads, it's set up as a GDrive download. Personally, I scanned the download and found it safe, but you might do the same if you are worried.

[@XnoobsauceX]

not bad bro love the board... Keep it up! Just a little advice for ya... Try to keep your "flow" consistent between different sections Also maybe get one of those mic holding arms so when you do a typing test, you can have it centralized above and get a more even sound between the keys. not knockin just trying to help a brotha out!

[@whitefoxplays]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! I do have a boom arm, but definitely need to adjust which angel I use to point it at the keyboard. 😁

[@n_nak]

Great Video, i definitely thought you would have had a lot more subscribers. I do have a question. Ive been trying to find a keyboard for quite a bit now, ive had to return some due to not liking the feel or even the keys not working properly. When pressing the keys on this keyboard, is it a easy press and does it ever skip (does it ever not register you pressed a key), If you could respond it would be much appreciated. Thank you

[@whitefoxplays]

Thanks for the kind words! I've never had an issue with keys not responding, and they are easy to press as far as I feel. They are pre-lubed, but if you wanted to apply lube yourself, I bet they would feel even smoother. I use this every day for both work and gaming, so I've definitely tested it a lot!

[@ellmanncayetano5551]

Planning to buy this real soon. I noticed the keycaps are pretty thin pretty much like the stock ones from my RK87. Stabs sound lubed already.

[@whitefoxplays]

Definitely prelubed! And the keycaps are stock, but I'm ordering some new ones soon. 😁

[@pedrocastellanos2982]

⁠@@whitefoxplaysHey! I am 2 weeks late but what keycaps did you buy? I bought the keyboard and I’d like some new keycaps, which do you recommend?

[@whitefoxplays]

@@pedrocastellanos2982 still debating that, lol. Going purely off looks and which sets have the right size keys. Look for 75% or TKL compatible sets

[@mikebuenafe5987]

I just acquired this yesterday and you can the download the software with 75 keys. It was able to recognize it easily. Only downside is the RK software to every keyboard doenst have media keys that can be programmable.

[@whitefoxplays]

Thanks! I did finally get it working, I had downloaded the wrong version apparently. 😆

[@k4ii03]

can you drop the link?

[@chickadddee]

Nice review. What is the difference between the red and silver switches? Also, other than turning the RGB off, is it possible to have a dimmer single colour on the keyboard so it's not too distracting? Thanks :)

[@whitefoxplays]

Thanks for the kind words! The Silver switches are speed Linear switches, but I've not tested them. As for the RGB, YES, you can brighten and dim the lighting as well as choose between single colors. You can also set the patterns at varying speeds. Hope that helps!

[@chickadddee]

@@whitefoxplays Yes that helps thank you. I have been looking at tons of keyboard videos and I can't seem to find the sound of the silver ones. I guess brown, blue and red are more commonly used. The only thing I can find on the silver ones is that they are supposed to be smoother (faster)...

[@whitefoxplays]

@@chickadddee I believe they are the most similar to reds, since they are linear(straight up and down travel with no tactile or click) I believe the silver speed switches have a shorter travel distance.

[@chickadddee]

@@whitefoxplays 👍🏼 thanks!

[@Oof-ld5ss]

I'm looking forward to buying this keyboard, do you consider buying silver swiitches instead though?

[@whitefoxplays]

I debated on it for sure. If you're going to be doing more gaming on it, then I'd definitely consider it. 😁

[@x1ndreg677]

Does it have the same feature of rk h81 that has audio visualizer cuz im gonna buy this waiting for the restock of the yellow switches they are the best sounding

[@whitefoxplays]

Yes, the software allows the same feature. 😁

[@jimjim2562]

Hey there! Planning to get this keyboard. I returned my AKKO 5075b plus due to charging problems. May I ask how do you charge this and how do you know if its fully charged? Is there like an indicator or software? TIA!

[@whitefoxplays]

It should show in the video. The USB that connects to the PC also charges it. The Display shows the battery %.

[@marknikocasimiro4387]

hey i just got mine, ive been trying to find the software of this certain keyboard and btw im using mac, do u have the software driver of this keyboard so that I can customize the function keys?

[@whitefoxplays]

I do not have the file available myself, but in the longer product description on Amazon, there is a link you can copy.

[@cesarcordero4923]

Sorry, this is a really silly question, but I haven't been able to charge it. Where should I plug the USB-C to charge it?

[@whitefoxplays]

Are you plugging it into the usb-C and the computer? Also is it the correct usb-C? One of them is for storage passthrough

[@hardstucksilver15]

how much better is this than h81? in my country its about 10 bucks diff in price so idk if i should spend the extra for this and is this one gasket mounted like h81? great vibe on the vid btw

[@whitefoxplays]

Thanks for the kind words! Yes, the M75 is gasket mounted. As far as how much better is it than the H81? I think $10 could be worth it for the benefit of using the knob for volume control as well as mode switching, but that's a bit subjective. Hope that helps!

[@hardstucksilver15]

​@@whitefoxplays i just ordered the m75 do i need to download the software thing for the keyboard because i saw someone on reddit messed up their keyboard with it but if its completely functional out the box im not gonna risk it and just use it as it is also a bit excited its my first mechanical keyboard ive just been casually watching keyboard vids and didnt feel the need to buy one since my corsair k55 survived for years only started acting up recently

[@whitefoxplays]

@@hardstucksilver15 it works completely fine without the software. 😁 The only thing that you'll lose is key/macro programming in the software and custom lighting. Otherwise you can still choose from the 18-20 rgb or solid colors and patterns that are standard and use it just fine without software.

[@crizzy4614]

I bought it today and went with silver switches…. I was thinking red but idk silver just seemed interesting.

[@whitefoxplays]

Awesome!!! Let me know what you think of them!

[@sushi9872]

Do you have download link for it's driver/firmware/software or whatever you call it? The one where you can customize the lights and all? I can't find it. Please help send link. Thanks!

[@whitefoxplays]

Hey! The link was in the product description, I don't want to add a link in case they change it. I'd check to make sure it doesn't change. It's a Gdrive folder, so whatever you download I'd suggest scanning it before installing, but I found it to be clean.

[@sushi9872]

​@@whitefoxplaysI'm trying to find it in the product description but I can't 😢 can you paste the link here instead please. Thanks

[@MrTrustdesa]

Why "keep that in mind"? The only way for shine through keycap to meaningful working is via north faced LED :) Also south faced really shine the light right in your eyes, glad this one does not have south face LED. One thing, you mention knob for ON and OFF, so you have to use the knob each time you use the keyboard? Sounds strange as even my Drevo can just come back up, if used wirelessly, just by pressing a key. In USB mode is on when the PC is on. Thank you for the review!

[@whitefoxplays]

Mostly it was something I was having to keep in mind when finding new keycaps. :-) As for the On/Off, the keyboard comes back on automatically if it's being used on wired. Wireless I think also stays on, but probably turns off after a while.

[@pluto-nw5de]

can you review the skyloong gk75 and compare it to that?

[@whitefoxplays]

I'll have to see what I can do, don't have a budget to buy review models as I'm just getting started. 😆

[@no-kw9cf]

Does the keyboard have different patterns? If so, please show them as I am planning to buy one. Thank you!

[@jesclle]

there are 3 variants to the keycap colors if thats what you’re asking!

[@whitefoxplays]

There are different led patterns that can be changed with the hot keys.

[@melur3]

Im sold~ already place an order ~~

[@whitefoxplays]

Hope you like it as much as I do!

[@jjm1004]

hey i was just wondering if there is a way i can turn off the rgb. i really dislike the rgb and like the simplistically

[@whitefoxplays]

Yes there is. There are rgb options when using the Function key, and one is to turn it off.

[@m9s0n]

how big is the knob? i hate the blue colour so if i got one i would want to replace it lol

[@whitefoxplays]

Still looking for a replacement myself. Size is standard, but the depth of the knob is the problem.

[@no4H283]

How do you connect it ive been trying so hard to connect it but all methods seem to not be working :(

[@whitefoxplays]

Plug it in with the USB is my first option. Otherwise the 2.4 USB receiver shown, or blue tooth

[@llywuh]

Any idea how to dissemble it? I'd like to modify mine but afraid to break It😅

[@whitefoxplays]

If it's like the H81, then there should be 4 screws under the footpads on the bottom.

[@anthonyph12]

Does the text light up as well? Or is it just backlight

[@whitefoxplays]

No, it is just backlit.

[@alrickfernandes6715]

Nice rewiew but can we take the keyboard on flight cuase it has a battery? I ordered it today and its comming tommorow

[@whitefoxplays]

As far as I know, should be fine. No different than taking a laptop, or ipad bluetooth keyboard.

[@alrickfernandes6715]

@@whitefoxplays alr thank u

[@alrickfernandes6715]

@whitefoxplays yo man sorry for bothering u how do I charge the keyboard ?

[@whitefoxplays]

@@alrickfernandes6715 make sure it's in the correct usb-c port in the back. One is for charging/pc, the other is a passthrough

[@ralvin3474]

hi I want to buy this for office and home desktop. which keys are less noise? 😅

[@whitefoxplays]

Linear switches are less noisy, so either the red or Silver. You can reduce noise further by adding O-rings which are pretty cheap and easy to install.

[@beneckell1468]

I just got this keyboard, does anyone know if there is software for it? I know that there is royal kludge software but I do not know if this is compatible with it.

[@whitefoxplays]

The software link on the amazon page should have the required software. There might be two different versions, one of them definitely works, the other did not.

[@mobpriya]

Can you reprogram the knob with the software?

[@whitefoxplays]

The knob in the software doesn't seem to be customizable, at least as far as I've been able to figure out. Probably because it's the only way to switch between wireless, BT, Wired modes. Thanks for your question!

[@roirivera6674]

Hi guys which i need to buy. I want silent keyboard. Brown, red, silver switch?

[@whitefoxplays]

I've not tested all of them, but red or silver will be pretty much the same, silver just responds a little faster. I think either will be just as quiet as brown because of sound dampening foam.

[@x1ndreg677]

Im quite confused if these are really leg8 rk branded keyboard i mean it does but official stores and other web official store of rk doesnt show it there only the rk h81 so can someone confirm it for me because im going to buy this than the h81

[@whitefoxplays]

It's under the RK Amazon store under "New", and the RK software works with it. Otherwise not sure what to tell ya.

[@x1ndreg677]

@@whitefoxplays i have confirmed it i message rk here in Philippines and they have it on now i told them if they have it because it doesn't show it on their official website now its up and now im more relieved because im buying it and i dont want to regret that i bought it instead of the h81

[@x1ndreg677]

@@whitefoxplays can you do an update after using it if the battery last long the pros and cons of it and some tips because some said they bricked theirs and that scares me i already know that i should find my pid and email them but still its scary that you can brick it

[@whiff7241]

Is this gasket also like the RK H81?

[@whitefoxplays]

Yes it is!

[@VationYT]

Where do I download the software I cant find it on their website.

[@whitefoxplays]

You have to copy the link from the HTML description in the Amazon post.

[@pengu0-]

Would you recommend this keyboard for heavy gaming & work?

[@whitefoxplays]

Yes! That's what I use it for personally. Though I don't know what you consider heavy gaming. 😆 I work on it 4-9 hours a day, and game on it 1-4 hours a day, so it's used a lot

[@pengu0-]

@@whitefoxplays Thanks!

[@ashlyespina8451]

which one is better, this or tecware phantom plus elite?

[@whitefoxplays]

I've only just gotten into these type of keyboards, so I've yet to check out any Techware products. Thanks for your question though!

[@manumonkey2712]

how would you rate this keyboard compared to the asus rog azoth?

[@whitefoxplays]

I've not used that Asus keyboard, but I'd say this one is pretty great!

[@RamenxXxNoodles]

any idea how to have the lights not turn off every 2 min

[@whitefoxplays]

Maybe with the software? Though I'm sure it's a battery saving feature. I've not tried.

[@basicgamer9831]

Mine does this so I returned it. Setting the software to no sleep didn't help.

[@Elinzar]

very good review also thanks now i will be more poor (in my country it cost 160 usd)

[@whitefoxplays]

Thanks for the kind words! Sorry for the expense 😂

[@jarlozz8331]

can you make the backlight solid?

[@whitefoxplays]

Yes indeed!!

[@calkid451]

Any Rgb Software support for this keyboard or is it all on board?

[@whitefoxplays]

Yes, link in the Amazon listing. It was a GDrive link when I got it, but scanned it and it was safe. Definitely scan any software you download from all these keyboard companies.

[@calkid451]

@@whitefoxplays Thanks boss man

[@Ennis09]

Man, I wish the body was Black.. I am still on the fence. I want my first 2.4ghz mechanical keyboard and I refuse to buy a gamer brand. This looks perfect for me, and the price insanely good with $40.00 off.

[@whitefoxplays]

Guess you could carefully take apart the case and paint it. 🤔 Or there might be a similar brand that copies it in black.

[@ucnguyenduy4744]

you can buy it and resell it to me.

[@gustavorlopez]

There are a new M75 with black body..

[@heftycat]

Yo who can tell me how to get this thing to properly charge....it never holds a charge and I've used dumb and smart chargers, charged the keyboard either in on or off mode. I'm annoyed. Should be straightforward.

[@whitefoxplays]

Make sure you are charging using the correct USB-C port in the back, there are two.

[@heftycat]

@@whitefoxplays for sure, I've tried both ways

[@PotatoBreadYum]

are the keycaps gmk fishing keycaps?

[@whitefoxplays]

No, at least I didn't purchase them separately. These are the stock keycaps that came with the keyboard.

[@josebenjamin1777]

Are the keycaps PBT?

[@whitefoxplays]

I cannot find where it says what they are made of, but they look like doubleshot ABS. They are high quality at least.

[@hobgoblin9308]

Which switches are in this unit?

[@whitefoxplays]

Red linear.

[@YoSoyGringito]

Does the knob come off or no?

[@whitefoxplays]

Yes it does!

[@helalchowdhury]

I have the H81. Sounds is almost the same. Just this one has a knob and a monitor. And price is doubled.

[@whitefoxplays]

Doubled? I got the M75 for $80($40 off discount on Amazon US). I'm sure you're right the H81 is similar, this is the successor to it IMO.

[@helalchowdhury]

@@whitefoxplays Discount will not be available after some days.

[@anaepeot]

doubled? its the same price, where are you buying your kb? lol

[@helalchowdhury]

@@anaepeot i bought h81 for $60.

[@whitefoxplays]

@@helalchowdhury are you outside the US? I know it wasn't available in some regions.

[@FCGordo]

Does it come with the wire?

[@whitefoxplays]

Yep! USB C

[@Sp4ceW0lf7]

8:28 Sticky keys goo brrrr

[@x1ndreg677]

Which came first rk h81 or rk m75

[@whitefoxplays]

The RK H81 was released first.

[@nhattinle1153]

RK H81 OR RK M75 which better 😢?

[@whitefoxplays]

I believe the M75 is newer, the knob is better, and the screen allows for easier info on battery life, volume, etc.

[@imParow]

was gonna buy this until I saw the womier G75, but hey not a bad keyboard

[@whitefoxplays]

Thanks for the comment!

[@flexion2808]

Sadly i cant buy from Germany🤔 Looks like US only I want this Keyboard so much🙁

[@whitefoxplays]

So sorry!! Look for other gasket mounted keyboards and you should be able to find one similar.

[@Pablodu64]

Does it work on ps5

[@whitefoxplays]

Sorry I've not tested this. Do not have a PS.

[@ph5ntom]

I don’t know what to use to make the keyboard work on wireless mode as the box did not come with a wireless usb.

[@whitefoxplays]

Sorry to hear that! However, have you checked the back of the device? Mine didn't have it loose in the box, but in i's magnetized spot on the back panel. If it's not there, then I'd contact Royal Kludge through Amazon or the place you bought it.

[@ph5ntom]

@@whitefoxplays OHHHHHH. I found it.. it was in the back of it, I thought that part was part of the keyboard and not the wireless usb. 😂

[@dracoreturn]

Lol in the soundtest i can tell you accidentally put stickykeys on when you were pressing shift 😭😭

[@whitefoxplays]

Hahaha, indeed I did! 🤣

[@dracoreturn]

@@whitefoxplays btw i just got this keyboard in the mail and this is really good thanks gor making this video

[@whitefoxplays]

@@dracoreturn awesome! You're so welcome! Glad you like it!

[@Maskass_ley]

When we buy it ?

[@whitefoxplays]

Sorry I don't understand what you're questioning?

[@Maskass_ley]

@@whitefoxplays where i can buy it *excuse me i don t speak English correctly

[@whitefoxplays]

@@Maskass_ley No worries! Just do a search on Amazon if the link in the description doesn't work.

[@Aetherr21]

ONLY 95 SUBS 😳😮

[@whitefoxplays]

I'm not sure what you mean by this, but thanks for the comment!

[@MechanicalFrog]

clickity, clackity...🙃

[@whitefoxplays]

Appreciated as always sir!

[@Alekouzos]

does oled screen shows other informations? Like time?

[@whitefoxplays]

It shows Volume, whether it's on Windows or Mac mode, battery level, and which input it is currently on, but that's it.