ROCCAT Vulcan 120 Aimo Mechanical Keyboard - Unboxing & Review

[@juliustorre3746]

I don't understand why people hate the design. But for me this looks much better than any othe gaming keyboard.

[@aminechakak6460]

these keycaps are begging for input mistakes. Like a finger getting caught in between and triggering them by mistake. It's so garbage.

[@babyybatter]

Julius Torre I understand. Some people have opinions.

[@aaronyoo5556]

@@aminechakak6460 but isnt that any other keyboard? you can get your finger stuck in anyother keycap. the gap between the keycaps seem the same as my keyboard and i dont have that much input mistakes as well as my brother who has this keyboard or osmething similar (im not sure if it is this exact keyboard)

[@spoon6804]

Looks don’t matter, quality does.

[@babyybatter]

FEB Deadeye looks do matter. why wouldn't they?

[@tidnid1869]

Oh, those switches make a nice sound

[@0name933]

Too bad they're ruined by the stabilizers.

[@darealrulezbreaker9493]

​@@0name933 the stabilizer rattel is fixable tho

[@lukasgr.6604]

I tried it out at a market and I can say that it is not Bad. I didnt really feel anything of it... But i can say it looks AMAZING and feels GREAT

[@Gotallofthem1]

@@darealrulezbreaker9493 I must be deaf but In not hearing rattle. At least not like the Corsair boards which cost more than this and rattle all day on their larger keys.

[@alperenkoruk1148]

I found the keyboard on amazon: amzn.to/2FiByWJ

[@Aztray]

4:37 sound test

[@Chrishum]

Ark4n3ro thank you! :)

[@MrSandy28]

using headphones, and oh satisfaction

[@jayextarys8616]

Best ASMR right there

[@ryzz825]

Ty

[@alvaropalos4943]

I listen 7 times

[@KoobyMinecraft]

3:58 wierd flex but ok

[@justinlikesfishingfishing4199]

😂

[@lemon1x]

Flexing that 55 cents

[@andrewpersaud4144]

Bought this keyboard 3 years ago and still going strong. Love this thing. No desire to buy a new one ill use it until it dies

[@theguyswhotryf9166]

Ive had mine now for several months and its absolutely awesome. Only complaint is probably the stabilizers. Other than that it feels great as far as tactility goes and its actually quite quiet compared to how video sounds

[@giuseppeafellay4855]

Those bananas caught me off guard LUL I remember their best quote "Are you thinking what I am thinking?" Oh the memories...

[@westsnest2273]

Most intelligent, composed keyboard reviews I have seen on KZbin yet. Subscribed.

[@pepe_the_man2873]

For some reason I find keyboards with the clicking sounds relaxing. Is it just me or...

[@roborbiettinoisgone392]

Same

[@induelist4745]

Same

[@gizengar111]

Brother when I close my eyes and hear this, It feels like my ears get a boner.

[@MikeNolanMate]

Look up keyboard asmr lol

[@downsouth1678]

Roccat is German , they build with quality materials !! I recommend it to everyone

[@lukmannurovic5383]

mlb shark i am thinking about buying it, but not sure, your comment definetely helps, best recommendation are from users, thanks mate.

[@downsouth1678]

@@lukmannurovic5383 no worries bro , I'd say stick with Corsair and roccat in terms of build quality, don't get a razer product they often break

[@onul1663]

@@downsouth1678 corsair is overpriced and not good quality

[@cflowlastname548]

One of my keycaps broke after 1 week, by a cable that got stuck beneath it. So the build quality could be better.

[@onul1663]

@@cflowlastname548 I've never heard of that problem u must have done some with it

[@naseema3536]

The test clicking was some great ASMR

[@VictorNoelCoryPaz]

I like the classic look of that volume knob. 😋

[@ClaytonMathisVO]

The speed of a cherry mx red, but the tactile feel of a brown switch, sign me up!

[@sheyckan3361]

Fromwhat i know brown and red has the same speed/actuation force, only difference is the brown's tactile bump

[@Kenpachi69420]

Just got this keyboard. Can confirm it is gr8.

[@AbdulHaseeb-lm5jw]

Is it still great?

[@Koeras16]

wondering too, what do you think of it 6 months later ?

[@not_joe5876]

better than a ducky??

[@Tamburokoy]

wow thats a nice looking keyboard!

[@hoyle038]

WOW...I was impressed by this review. That deserves a sub for the hard work mate.

[@michaelvogl4974]

He Talks like roccat is a noname brand

[@ivansusak9251]

True

[@qwerty_9922]

john cena It kinda is tho

[@JustusSchroeder]

I wouldn’t say it is no-name brand, but to be honest it is not that well known either like the big fishes such as Razer and Corsair for example

[@razatiger22]

Roccat is a premium brand it just doesn’t have the exposure like Razer or Corsair

[@gorego]

Here in Germany the most bigger KZbinr get sponsored by roccat lol

[@illitero]

"...We have some stickers, which is always cool, and some paperwork, which is always cooler."

[@akira8-customkeyboards17]

No big lion head on the keyboard ? Miracle !!!! Ok insta buy

[@legitgamer489]

this is the keyboard MrSavageM uses if you guys are wondering

[@cender4357]

Is the same keyboard?

[@kjetil3512]

@Botler what no he doesnt?

[@furkilaro3140]

@@cender4357 yes

[@likethatidea9899]

Who is MrSavageM is the real question.

[@AquaLady153]

Who?

[@himbourbanist]

Man I very nearly got this keyboard, and after trying it, I can say honestly that I'm glad I didn't. As cool as the keycaps do look, they have a hard to describe "rattling" as they wobble on the top of the switch that seems to be amplified by the aluminum chasis. There's also a very slight "ping" noise that would feel incredible distracting when working on a project. It's a fairly expensive keyboard and feels cheaper than it should. Obviously everyone has their preferences though, and if you're looking for a COOL keyboard, this is definitely that. Ended up getting the Steel Series Apex 7 pro TKL and it fits far more of my particular specifications. The keycaps are BIG and have this satisfying "thunk" to them that still sounds pleasantly mechanical. But everyone is different! If you like this keyboard, I can totally see why.

[@joongsukkie04]

I love how every company is trying to one up each other That way we get better keyboards

[@captapraelium1591]

Your enter key is broken or maybe you're seeking attention.

[@ethangilbertmedia]

Capta Praelium I really don’t think you get the point

[@rrpharaoh]

i have one of these and it’s absolutely beautiful

[@Sjimbwow]

How is the living light system working for you? What does it do for you? I am very curious about this feature. If it works well I think I'll buy it, but I can't see any videos or examples of it on the internet. Just a text on Roccat's website saying that the lighting adapts to what you're doing and learns the more you play.

[@moritzjp]

@@Sjimbwow it just works. But there is not much to do. But an example: If you press a button longer, the color gets more intensive

[@offbrandwalmart3374]

*I like my keyboards aggressive if you know what I mean*

[@carno6023]

Easily the best keyboard on earth

[@sonicmastersword8080]

It is loud, but it is excellent for typing fast when your fingers have built up their natural strength playing piano.

[@egbt2147]

Always great Tae! The keyboard looks sick! Key switches sounded pretty good. Awesome review! 👍

[@TaeKeyboards]

You sound pretty good 😉

[@cyrusmax9876]

i love the design of the keyboard and about to consider to buy it. But i foound the bad comment about it in amzon. Many people satrats to complaning about the the paint on the keycaps starts to fall out about the next couple of weeks.

[@CreedK]

Still debating whether I should get this. I have no experience with Roccat, and is the slight premium worth it over a Corsair or Coolermaster on sale (you could probably buy half length keycaps for this aesthetic too, as Corsair's font is horrible)? But then I heard their sound at 4:35. Goddamn, combined with a similar feel to MX browns and I think this might be a real winner.

[@CreedK]

Yolo'd it and bought the Vulcan 100 from amazon for $100 USD. God do these Titan switches feel amazing. They solve the few issues that I had with the Cherry MX browns that I had on my previous board. Best looking and best feeling keyboard I've ever owned.

[@rowanburns4841]

Chris Sztof how good is the response time? My razor keyboard doesn’t have the best speed, just wondering if it’s worth the upgrade since this one feels a bit clunky.

[@CreedK]

@@rowanburns4841 Not sure what you mean by response time. Basically all keyboards have keystroke response times that are within a range that is imperceptible to humans. If you are able to perceive even a minuscule delay then something is wrong/broken. I don't know the exact actuation force, but it feels closer to MX Blue as it feels slightly heavier than MX Brown. The tactile bump is almost immediate, not halfway down like in Blues and Browns, and it makes bottoming out almost feel like linear Reds. The actuation and key travel distance is shorter than the standard 2/4mm at 1.8mm and 3.6mm. Roccat claims that this combined with the lighter key caps makes keystrokes up to 20% faster. I don't necessarily doubt this claim; but again, the difference would be imperceptible. It feels great and I highly recommend it, especially if you like the weight and tactile typing feel of MX Blues with the performance of MX Reds. I imagine that most MX Brown and Razer Green/Orange users would really like this.

[@rowanburns4841]

Chris Sztof yeah sorry I meant the force needed to press on a key, not sure why I said response time. There’s such a broad range of keyboards and it’s difficult to pinpoint one I like as there’s just so many, I’m just trying to find one which only requires a light tap on the key, since when I play rhythm games it’s quite hard to spam keys since I have to press lots harder.

[@CreedK]

@@rowanburns4841 If you're looking for the lightest possible keys then go MX Speed or MX Red. They're too light for general use imo but it's all preferance. These should be fine too if you don't mind something with a slight tactile point. I suggest just trying stuff out in store or getting one of those switch key tester board things.

[@trudnicki2506]

No replace parts and no repair service. Thank You roccat your marvelous build to last keyboard..... lasted 2 years of not so extensive use. Titan switches have an issue of getting broken so when you type you got double types or missing types. Really helpful by playing games not to mention writing passwords or typing in general. So your slogans "build to last", "best in the world", "100 million clicks", "The Titan Switch is a marvel of German engineering" and "best mechanical switch on the market" are going to trash with my keyboard beside it. The worst is that they are admitted in email that they are aware of the problem but guess what .... STILL SELLING FAULTY PRODUCT. NO ROCCAT EVER AGAIN. I hope the market will show you soon your place which is the bankruptcy. It could be great keyboard, it definitely looks good but unfortunately that is all good sides. My 170 euro is wasted but my lesson is learned. Before you buy any peripherals. First look for users reporting problems and ask company for repair service and spare parts. And dont buy anything which is not on the market for at least half year.

[@SIG_333]

your voice it's so relaxing, great vid btw!!

[@itsmarklesterb6565]

Really nice seeing someone playing Insurgency. I miss that game. Do you play in SEA servers? :)

[@TaeKeyboards]

honestly hardly have time to play. for the most part, its just for these small recordings haha

[@chriscastano8696]

I saw in a review a comment that said something along the lines of "this keyboard is so good that I wanted to make a review just to use the keyboard ". I gotta say, I couldn't have said it better. I literally just wanted to keep typing shit just for the pure pleasure of using this keyboard. Truly wonderful. LIKE ITS ACTUALLY ADDICTING WTF!? THE SOUND IS SO FUCKING GOOD. EVERYTHING JUST.... SO GOOD!!!

[@junglusdinger6008]

I had to watch this entire video in 1.25 because he talks so slowly

[@Sane_saint]

THAT SOUNDS SO NORMAL WTF

[@dante19890]

This is actually better for gaming cuz the flatter shorter keys has less travel time and are therefore more responsive

[@markhertog]

this keyboard is only for the epicest gamers

[@zcriq1372]

epic games, where games are epicness

[@filipsdomain]

I hope ye guys go fuck yourselves with this epic gamer cringe

[@user-hu8tw2ot3t]

Trippee 😂😂

[@kalbarrii587]

ok this is epi

[@kalbarrii587]

c gamer time!!

[@hekasoram]

set speed to 1.25x or 1.5x Thank me later

[@JAGtheGuardian]

No.

[@jayextarys8616]

1.25x is nice, good he's slow, there are other videos to watch after this come on!

[@uninvestigated]

fucking weird it sounds normal lol

[@zig3]

.75 or .5 fffooorrrr mmmeee

[@hekasoram]

@Jesse is not about that. when you want to watch more that one review in a row, this slow speed is a waste of time.

[@user-qy1nw5hj6x]

I always wonder... what do they type while doing the Typing review

[@samuraisqrrl]

the teardown of it was great, nice to see something more than a standard gaming keyboard review

[@tommielif]

Picked it up, fell in love at first touch

[@PhoenixMaster123]

This looks really nice for me as it gives me the typewriter vibes

[@Syris]

you started the vid and i looked at your subs the vid feels like from an 1.000.000 subs channel keep up the good work👍

[@dreadlock17]

Yeay! My favorite keyboard reviewer!

[@AlphaMachina]

I think it's a gorgeous keyboard.

[@rds7516]

I like that design. It really enhances the LED's.

[@mobileyt1842]

You did a good keyboard review. Thank you.

[@flymax4066]

Ok, now I know what I want for Christmas :D

[@Ferrichrome]

I'm not sure what's the fetish with exposed switch designs on these newer keyboards...

[@radar._.]

same, I don't liek

[@uhoy1488]

easier to clean?

[@strongchad8130]

yeah it looks horrible.

[@SaschaEderer]

I love the floating keycap design of my Havit HV KB-395l, gives it a really ghosty feel with the green-blue light. It's an acquired taste but I kinda like it on the Vulcan as well, it gives it that aggressive steampunky / industrial design which is to my liking, but to each their own I guess.

[@Ferrichrome]

Hit'n'Run Oh yeah, it's definitely all up to taste. I have a couple boards with exposed switches and it looks alright. However as I get deeper into keyboards I find I like boards with a bit more meat on them ;)

[@N0LYF3]

nice standard layout, the wrist resting mesh attached to the bottom of the keyboard is reallllllly underrated. I'm also a fan of this design because of how much easier it is to clean the keyboard and the colors are more prevalent. these reasons are why i currently own a corsair k70 lux rgb (mk.2 version). the keys dont look so exposed on that model which is what i enjoy most

[@massimomastromattei4288]

I love the design but I wished they had more common switches, I’ve been looking for a good Cherry Mx blue

[@moritzjp]

The switches are great!

[@FUBBA]

I was turned off by the standard proprietary switches that Logitech released with their G910 Orion Spark. I didn't think buying a keyboard with in-house switch designs would be good. I hated the G910 silent long-throw mushiness of their keys. Cherry MX Brown Keys have always been my go-to when it comes to most standard boards. I gotta say the Titan switches knock it out of the park with comfort, resilience, short throw and aesthetic. They did a fantastic job with this keyboard. I find the software bit to be a bit confusing as they don't provide any information in the packaging except "Download the ROCCAT Swarm" after plugging it in via USB. The volume knob is very nice. I love the programmable macros. They got it right with the individual key LEDs and multiple colors. I own the Vulcan 121 AIMO and after owning all kinds of different brands of keyboards: (Razer, Logitech, Cooler Master, Dell, Mac, Corsair etc.) This one easily is the best one I have EVER owned period.

[@infineon20]

I really like the keyboard, had so many of them, corsair, hyperX, etc, and this one is the best so far.

[@macd7743]

Stellar review! Appreciate the disassembly 👍

[@JesusIsTheWay59]

I own several keyboards, including Alienware and Razer. And I must say the Roccat Vulcan 120 Aimo is a great choice.

[@julian23561]

I appreciate the industry trying new things but this keyswitch just looked a little too similar but too different at the same time, and not in a good way. Also, what's with the Bananas?

[@arsevillian6816]

I recommenz this keyboard, bought one this Spring and im in LOVE

[@testosteronicon]

Nice video :) +1 sub Ive got one and its still going strong after some years. I was of the impression that the old titan switches weren't pre lubed and i cant figure out what you're saying in the "switches chapter" due to a combination of hearing loss / australian with faulty generated texting / english not my first language. Did the switches come prelubed (loaded??) or did you add it yourself? :)

[@Metranomik]

Got one a few days ago. Hands down my favourite keyboard i've used in recent years. Not quite as mushy as an MX Brown and the key caps are really quite nice. The bottom row being convex whilst the others are more concave is a nice detail. Then again, i'm not the sort of person who changes key caps or switches on a keyboard. I've never had a keyboard survive the onslought of coffee and vape juice spillage long enough for keys to wear out.

[@rylangutierrez928]

Reagan Littlewood Good to hear you like the keyboard. I’m debating whether i should get the ducky one 2 mini or this keyboard. which one would you prefer?

[@chriscastano8696]

if you're considering buying this keyboard, if it feels right just do it. you won't be sorry. i just discovered that there is an intelligent lighting system that comes with the vulcan software and its fucking sick. it learns from you and gets better the more you use it. in the software they describe it as getting more organic. and as it continuously learns from you that definitely seems to be the case.

[@hhthoj]

This looks perfect to me but my current keyboard takes like forever to break. Lol. Perhaps I'll get one in the next 10 years, if my keyboard is broken. You know, mechanical keyboards can survive up to 2-3 PC generations.

[@Marcel_RSL]

Looks so clean

[@daviddimino2175]

i just bought this keyboard, and for me going from some shitty gaming keyboards and then just using a basic keyboard(because i liked it better) this board is amazing.... I type faster, i love the colors, i love with animals its easy to clean... cats have a lot of fur... but yeah i've never been so happy with a keyboard... also you didn't need to spend 2 minutes of video time just showing how loudly you hit keys... my fiance says he can hear it but it doesn't sound as loud as my old keyboards so... to each their own.

[@jeankmeow4422]

Innovation is good, but it's burning the pockets of curious consumers ... Like us :p

[@1jrma3]

This gaming keyboard looks a bit unique for me but i wonder whats the response rate and how mamy clicks does it take

[@asunainori6475]

Do you know if your able to remove the titan switches and add then on another keyboard?

[@lyxames8509]

looks so good a tkl one and i buy it

[@no1l888]

Cooler Master CK630

[@kniter01]

It's gonna be a thing at some point. Roccat are pushing for one

[@Altareiss]

Hi! how can we clean up this vulcan keyboard? Can we pull out the keys with a keycap remover tool?Mine has became dusty and dirty. Don't want to damage the aluminium surfacer either, enlighten me please !

[@DarksurfX]

Nice review, I actually love mine though :) . I'm a Roccat Fan.

[@that_guy_collin3601]

I've had mine for about a year now and I love it and typing on it is very smooth and clean feeling and i love the feel. Love it so much more than my old corsair K65 i think it was. something like that. very clean and love the aluminum front it is very eye catching in person and call of duty on it feels loads better than my previous corsair keyboard as well due to the fact that I really like the space between the keys so you are not getting caught up on the wrong keys at the wrong time.

[@MichaelAndretti55]

Love this keyboard

[@kamikaze00007]

Hmm... Apparently, this keyboard isn't sold in my country at all despite Roccat selling mice here. I've been looking for this for a while now and the thing costs 200 bucks to import (minus taxes, yikes!) If you don't like it maybe you could give it to me? I'll take good care of it. XD

[@anasevi9456]

There is plenty of reason to hate Corsair and Razer beyond A E S T H E T I C Every last thing Corsair makes save for ram and PSU's has horrific QC issues, it was normal for 5 years for every last one of their keyboards to have 2-3 dodgy chattery switches in them. Razer are just plain crap, except for their original plain cherry blue switch keyboards from 2011, all their peripherals have suffered from honorific reliability.

[@marcofreire]

Agree. Razer use cheap Chinese components and sell for premium price. Razer is all about the brand , nothing more. Corsair PSU Gold might be good but the Bronze ones are crap. Corsair PSU's use to be built by Seasonic (the best PSU's in the market) but not anymore. Just buy Seasonic directly and avoid all other brands.

[@Kodunkion]

What proof do you have to back all these claims up? I can see these arguments working during 2015,but 2016 onwards has been quality except for a few products, I.e. Essential line mice, Mamba with laser sensors etc. They even changed the type of plastic used from the pbt coated cheap ABS to the full PBT shells Now. Even the mice feet have improved. Although clicks are debatable.

[@alphyte2813]

@@Kodunkion They changed to PBT on a single Special Edition $170 keyboard.

[@spoon6804]

You think that Roccat is better than Corsair? Funny joke.

[@skrillah6259]

Sam- E razer make the worst ”premium” keyboards id rather use an 5 dollar keyboard from alibaba than use a anything razer

[@MyurrDurr]

Insurgency is the best game! I love it so much.

[@liyadsalem192]

I have been using Thermaltake Tt eSPORTS Commander Blue for last 2 years

[@dsaleem23]

How do these switches compare to Razer black widow green switches? I like my keyboard very clicky and loud, is the ROCCAT Vulvan 120 AIMO the same?

[@sounderdavis5446]

No. I've used both. Razer Black Widow green is clickier and louder IMO. Personally I prefer the sharp tactile feel of Roccat's brown switches in the Aimo 120. I'm more concerned with typing speed and accuracy, because gaming for me is #2, but others may legitimately prefer a Razer BW green.

[@Sjimbwow]

How is the living light system working for you? What does it do for you? I am very curious about this feature. If it works well I think I'll buy it, but I can't see any videos or examples of it on the internet. Just a text on Roccat's website saying that the lighting adapts to what you're doing and learns the more you play.

[@readdeadlife]

Great review man!

[@ПовелительМира-о5и]

No need more mass gaming RGB board, because varmilo va87m double rainbow 2 rgb ;)

[@plasmaoctopus1728]

I want the entire shell of the keyboard to be rgb.

[@tenuxx]

This is MrSavageM his keyboard

[@VironixPsn]

I already have a Roccat Kone Aimo Mouse which is my favourite mouse so this keyboard is a perfect fit. My current keyboard has blue clicky switches which I loved back in the day but that changed xd

[@ValMephora]

It's a keyboard just like others, all that really matters is the freaking RGB

[@JohnParavantis]

Excellent review, thank you!

[@iLiokardo]

No, the next thing should be having the Alt key closer to the middle (under D and K), then split spacebar, then ortholinear keyboards, then different keyboard layout (Dvorak or BEAKL). With a split spacebar, your thumb will have access to 3 keys, and a closer Alt key will make it easier to reach. With ortholinear keyboards, they are more comfortable for the fingers, and from WASD you have 3 easy to reach keys.

[@chucklesdeclown8819]

I like the look but since I'm not expirienced in the mechanical keyboards I'm noy really sure what to get.

[@joselinlemus1029]

Razer huntsman elite

[@absinteta6610]

Thats looks so nice dahm

[@Amp1771]

nice I'm glad someone is doing something different with keyboards cause half of them are good to game on but to type is a pain in the ass. I'd rather get this than corsair.

[@themaincheese5897]

Amp yes but for the price of this u could get 2-3 keyboards

[@skrillah6259]

Corsair k70 with mx speed feels really good to type on and game on imo

[@rossmpostpro]

Great video, can you turn off or adjust the RGB without software? Thanks!

[@j.r.7339]

So any similar keyboards you recommend over it?

[@danex070]

Was there any warranty sticker on the screws or how easly could you place the sticker back to the original place? My friend bought one for me in Germany, and since I live in Hungary it would be difficult to clean or replace 1 silly working switch. I have soldering skill but want to be sure.

[@Swasdfss]

I have one personally and my space bar doesn't rattle at all

[@Scorpion24101]

They should include some glue in keyboard package since keys are fragile and they don't sell replacement ones.

[@nanozashi2884]

Personally tried this keyboard, I just want to point out the little line on the W key. It is like the one you would see on an F key as standard. I had it for about a week but it didnt feel as good as my current k95 with cherry mx red switches. The keycaps feel great but switching from a normal keyboard to that will take some time getting used to it. Sound is great too! I have to say I personally sent it back.

[@Sinscere]

They sound like mx silver switches

[@plasmaoctopus1728]

Do they have mx gold switches?

[@古代馬鈴薯]

Isn't Germany Cherry better than China TTC ?

[@Johan-rm6ec]

Problem with this keyboard is the spacebar. The slight bending while you press it. Makes it over time break in 2.

[@subscribeforgoodluck2663]

you gotta sleep well dude you sounds like you're going to fall asleep in mid class

[@toogee1850]

Did he really just type on a keyboard for a entire minute? Lol ... uh oh, the video would have only been 10:08 then

[@aaronhe964]

how wide is this keyboard

[@6Twisted]

Beautiful design. Shame about the switches, etched keys and buggy software though otherwise I would have bought it.

[@phil-d9278]

Do you hear the keystrokes if you wont point the microphone directly onto the keyboard? Right now i have the Razer green switches and they are far too loud -.-