Purchasing needs : Mac users who want to experience customization need F area function key 、 Wireless connections 、 Full key no punch at the same time Compatible with Mac , I prefer the 84 compact Pellet.

compare experience : During the period, I compared the common 84 matching kits within 200 yuan: JJK84, CIY84, DK84

JJK84 It does not support full key and no charging, and the official configuration defaults to a maximum of 1000 mAh battery, and you have to buy the battery yourself. The matte version + self-purchased battery probably costs 130 yuan 。

CIY84 It wins in the aluminum alloy shell, but the three-mode version must be purchased together with the shaft body, and the shaft body is only worth 30 yuan. If you sell the shaft body, you have to pay for the shipping fee, which is too much trouble. Even if the 20 yuan of the shaft is subtracted (30 yuan for sale, 10 yuan of shipping fee is deducted), it will cost 234 yuan. On Pinduoduo, I only saw one store selling the three-mode version, with a price tag of 279 yuan. Even if Duoduo Orchard offers 30 discounts, it will cost 249 yuan. Selling the shaft body is 229 yuan.

DK84, 3000 mAh battery, full key without redundancies, no bundled sales. It meets the needs, but the price on Taobao is too high. Fortunately, I found the same model on Pinduoduo Sanji Rabbit DK84 , with the 12% discount coupon of Duoduo Orchard, only need 168 yuan 。

Reason for final selection ： DK84 (168 yuan) and CIY84 three-mode version (229 yuan) Both can meet all my needs, but DK84 wins because the final purchase price is much cheaper.

front

back

There is a three-stage switch at the bottom, which is used to switch 2.4G wireless/wired/Bluetooth mode, but the mode mark here is very inconspicuous, you can experience it yourself.

Three-stage switch

Mainly divided into two aspects, one is The effect of peach mute shaft , the second is the keyboard drive, connector test 。

Very very quiet, with DK84 can achieve very good quiet effect without any additional modification. For the specific use effect, you can refer to a large number of experience videos at station B. (I originally bought poron bottom cotton in advance to silence the sound, but it turned out that there was no need to modify it at all)

1. The driver can change the key, and the keyboard can remember the key configuration, which does not depend on the background operation of the driver, but once the Fn+S shortcut key is switched to the MAC mode, the memory key mapping will become invalid. On Windows, after modifying the key position through the driver, it can be used directly on Mac. For example, I changed the Pause key to Insert, but if I switch to the Mac mode through the built-in shortcut key of the keyboard, the key mapping will fail. In order to solve this problem, I Directly map the Win and Alt keys in Win mode to each other, so I don't need to switch to Mac mode.

key mapping

2. The Fn key doesn't work in Mac mode. The solution is the same as above, transform the Win mode into the Mac mode through the driver key mapping.

3. The wireless connection wakes up slowly, and it takes about 3S to wake up after the keyboard sleeps. Logitech users said that this is outrageous. The sleep time can be modified through the driver. The default is to enter sleep after 5 minutes of no operation. I changed it to 30 minutes.

sleep time

4. The music mode needs the driver to keep running, and closing the driver under win will cause the music mode to exit directly, and the Mac is unavailable. tasteless.

music mode

5. At present, the common problem of the three-mode mechanical keyboard is that the multi-mode switching operation is troublesome. I won't mention Logitech anymore, so as not to say that my requirements are too high, let's talk about a relatively low-end one-Rapoo. The multi-mode switching operation of its wireless membrane keyboard is as follows:

Rapoo E9050G multi-mode switch key

The mechanical keyboard multi-mode switch button looks like this:

Three-mode switching1

Three-mode switching2

At first glance, there is nothing wrong with the three-mode switching of these mechanical keyboards. But if you want to switch from a 2.4G-connected device to a Bluetooth-connected device 2, how many operations do you need? The answer is that when you have multiple Bluetooth devices, you need to operate twice, and the keys for the two operations are far away, and you only need one time for a single Bluetooth device. Looking at Rapoo's plan again, no matter how it is cut, the user only needs to switch once. What can be done with a 100-odd membrane keyboard, why is it so complicated when it comes to mechanical keyboards?

I personally think that there is no big technical obstacle to integrate the three-mode switching and device switching buttons. In terms of cost, more than 100 Rapoo membrane keyboards can do it. These mechanical keyboards cost four to five hundred or even thousands of mechanical keyboards. Why don't manufacturers do it? Technically, is there a lot of difficulty? Please, these are all hundreds of things! Now it seems that the entire customization circle is pursuing this kind of retrograde technology and extra switch buttons with bells and whistles. Of course, it may also be the trend brought by some manufacturers. I think this is fine for a very small number of people, but it shouldn't be the norm.

6. The wireless input delay is not high, and the subjective feeling is similar to that of Logitech K780.

Compared with the Logitech K780, the functional experience of this mechanical keyboard is not as good as an input tool. But the feel is better than K780, and the appearance is better than K780.

As an entry-level customized product, DK84 has some problems mentioned above, and I can understand that these defects are likely to exist widely in other starter kits. However, the mass-produced keyboards that are much more expensive than this still have some of the above problems, which is not justified. The essence of the keyboard is still a tool. The development of tools should be towards automation and simplification, not more and more complex . Appearance is important, but user experience should take precedence over these. Logitech has survived for so many years, not by the appearance of the product! I hope that domestic keyboard manufacturers can pay more attention to the experience of using the keyboard as a tool, instead of thinking about how to change the shell all day long.

Using a small table on my bed has become a convenient way to work, but the limited space often poses challenges. Initially, I relied on a wired keyboard, the Logitech k120. Unfortunately, its length caused it to press against the mouse pad, making the desk cluttered. This prompted me to seek a wireless keyboard that fulfilled certain requirements such as Bluetooth connectivity, multi-device compatibility, battery-powered operation, compact size, and affordability.

Discovering the Logitech k380:

After much research and recommendations, I stumbled upon the Logitech k380, a highly regarded wireless keyboard. Although it slightly exceeded my budget at 121 yuan on JD.com, I had a discount coupon and JD beans that made the final price of over 90 yuan acceptable.

An Unexpected Find - The Shuangfeiyan fbk11:

During my visit to JD.com, I serendipitously discovered the Shuangfeiyan fbk11, which also met my criteria. Intrigued, I decided to compare it against the Logitech k380 in terms of various parameters.

Parameter Comparison:

Considering my budget, I found myself enticed by the fbk11, assuring myself that Shuangfeiyan, as a relatively well-known brand, would deliver reliable quality. Upon receiving the fbk11, my initial impressions revealed a lightweight build with sturdy plastic. However, closer inspection revealed some button burrs, indicating slight imperfections in the craftsmanship.

Perfect Fit for My Workspace:

The fbk11's size aligned perfectly with my small table, striking a balance between being neither too large nor too small. Compared to the Logitech k120, the fbk11 shares a similar length but differs in the right half, resulting in adequate key spacing. Thus, adapting to the fbk11 was relatively easy compared to the more compact keys on the k380.

Button Feel:

The fbk11's keys felt light and soft without a discernible tactile feedback, lacking the noticeable rigidity associated with the k120. Consequently, the fbk11's keystrokes produced a quieter sound, although louder than the notebook's built-in keyboard, making it unsuitable for complete silence.

Choosing the fbk11:

Ultimately, the fbk11 won me over due to its significantly lower price compared to the Logitech k380, as well as its ability to connect an additional device through 2.4G connectivity. Although slightly longer than the k380, the fbk11's keyboard layout felt more comfortable, eliminating the need for me to adapt further. These advantages made the fbk11 my preferred choice.

Acknowledging the Drawbacks:

Of course, the fbk11 does have its shortcomings. Its craftsmanship falls short of the Logitech standard, lacking the weight and premium texture of the k380. Additionally, the fbk11 offers a one-year warranty compared to the k380's two-year coverage. However, both keyboards require two AAA batteries, with the fbk11 claiming a battery life of 12 months and the k380 guaranteeing two years.

In conclusion, my quest for an ideal keyboard led me to the Shuangfeiyan fbk11. Its affordable price, multi-device connectivity, and comfortable layout outweighed the drawbacks associated with its craftsmanship. As I continue to enhance my workspace, the fbk11 has become an important addition, offering a wireless and clutter-free typing experience.

For the vast majority of people, from the moment they choose a small-arranged keyboard, it means that they are ready to give up "most" functions of the traditional keyboard. Of course, it’s not that the small keyboard is not good. While pursuing the operating experience, if you can take into account the appearance and lightness and portability, why not do it? For example, the chief player MK680 in my hand.

开箱&外观：白圭之惑，标准68%配列

There is actually nothing surprising about the box of the chief player MK680. If you buy it for the first time, you may even think that it is just an ordinary keyboard, but on the front of the outer package, the chief player has marked all the functions of the keyboard. There is also a word "Lang Lang Get Started" on the front of the package. Perhaps the chief player also hopes that every user can understand the true meaning of the Lang Lang series.

Open the box, the main player MK680 keyboard body is tightly wrapped by dust bag and dust cover, and it is equipped with manual, key puller, shaft puller, USB receiver, and braided USB (Type-C) cable. Not only that, the chief player MK680 in my hand uses the Jiadalong PRO light pick-up yellow shaft, and there are 2 extra shafts in the package, which can be used for later experience or to satisfy the user's early adopter experience.

The chief player MK680 mechanical keyboard key is as its name suggests, Bai Gui refers to the ritual vessel made of ancient white jade, and the overall appearance design of this keyboard follows this concept. The keyboard is designed in white + gray + red, with outstanding texture. At first glance, you will find that this is a standard 68% keyboard with compact key layout, which is very suitable for users who have limited desktop space or pursue light and luxurious office.

The size of the keyboard is 316×110×37mm. The left Tab, Caps Lock, Shift and other keycaps are all in a uniform color scheme, while the Esc key on the top is printed with the chief player logo and is matched with pure red, which is very eye-catching.

The same is true for the right side. Except for the up, down, left, and right arrow keys, the function keys in a circle are all gray-toned keycaps, and the visual perception is a bit like wrapping the main key area.

The 1STPLAYER|LANG MK680 logo is printed on the side of the chief player MK680. It can also be seen from the frame that this is a small and angular keyboard.

As a mechanical keyboard that supports three-mode switching, the chief player MK680 must support three connection methods: wireless, 2.4G, and wired. The switching module is located on the left side of the keyboard and adopts an embedded design, which can not only avoid the occurrence of accidental touches, but also avoid the risk of bumping. From left to right are the Type-C interface, keyboard switch and mode Switch paddles.

Unfortunately, the chief player MK680 is not equipped with a USB receiver compartment for the keyboard, which means that the receiver needs to be stored separately. If you are a user who is used to carrying the keyboard out, it is recommended to place the receiver directly on the computer or choose a Bluetooth or wired connection to avoid loss.

Turning to the bottom, you will find that the keyboard is not fixed by a single screw. This is because the chief player MK680 is fixed with a snap-on design. The advantage of this is that the back is clean enough. On the back of the keyboard, there are 4 non-slip foot pads, which are located around the keyboard, which are small in size, but considering that this is only a small keyboard, it is enough to use in the actual test, and it is very stable on the desktop.

The support frame is no different from most mechanical keyboards on the market. It adopts a two-stage structure and has anti-slip treatment on the top of the support frame. You will find that the damping is moderate and there is no loose feeling when you flip it.

The main player MK680 of the switch body adopts the Jiadalong Pro yellow switch, and there are also white switches, red switches, and silver switches to choose from. As far as the shaft is concerned, as a linear shaft, the Jiadalong Pro yellow shaft has a key travel of 2.0mm and a pressing force of 50g. Compared with other daily-used shafts, it is slightly harder, but it does not affect the straight up and down linear feel. . Personally, I feel that the hand feel is biased towards the black axis in our traditional cognition, which should be very suitable for playing games.

The keycap part of the chief player MK680 uses MDA height ball caps, PBT material, and a delicate feel. It is worth mentioning that the keyboard also adopts the sublimation dyeing process in the keycap treatment, so there is no need to worry about the font falling off after long-term use. In addition, attentive users will find that the curvature of the keycaps of the chief player MK680 is different from that of our common keyboards. The design of the upper and lower curvatures can move fingers more efficiently and reach accurately during the game experience.

The chief player MK680 is equipped with sound insulation cotton and bottom cotton, made of EVA material, which can greatly reduce the occurrence of noise problems. In addition, this keyboard supports full-key hot-swap. Users who like to toss can use the built-in key puller and shaft puller to replace the mainstream three-legged and five-legged shafts on the market.

Generally speaking, the hand feeling of pressing is very good, it touches the bottom simply and rebounds neatly, because this is the Jiadalong Pro yellow switch in our hand, which has a heavy hand feel. With the support of the satellite shaft and the sound insulation cotton, the large key processing also performed well, and no noise has been found for the time being. In addition, in fact, you will obviously feel that the contact area of ​​the chief player MK680 keycap is slightly larger than that of the traditional keyboard, and the touch is more comfortable.

驱动&灯效：魔巢3.0 RGB灯效优秀

If the typing experience is a major advantage of the chief player MK680, then the RGB lighting effect is definitely the best among the 400 yuan keyboards that have been used.

Because the internal PCB board, positioning board and external keycaps are all white, the RGB light is uniform and soft, and there is no light leakage. Not only that, the chief player MK680 has very high brightness in terms of lighting effects, and the lighting effects can be adjusted smoothly through "FN+:", which is very good.

Users can also customize the lighting by downloading the new Magic Nest 3.0 driver. The chief player MK680 supports a variety of RGB lighting effect modes, as well as a very cool music rhythm mode. It is strongly recommended to try it out.

In addition, the Magic Nest 3.0 driver supports combination button settings, and related operations can be completed by clicking a single button.

Interestingly, there is also a "scheme sharing" function in the Magic Nest 3.0 driver, which contains the button scheme of each chief player MK680. The configuration file contains multiple information such as device name and upload time, which is convenient for users to download and share by themselves.

say at the end

As a 68% small keyboard, the chief player MK680 has a simple appearance design with a high value, a comfortable MDA height ball cap, a comfortable RGB lighting effect and a very good typing experience. Coupled with three-mode connection and portable operation switch, it is very suitable for users who pursue a minimalist desktop.

Of course, in front of such mainstream keyboards with 80% and 100% configurations, the chief player MK680 with 68% configurations is slightly niche, but it does not prevent it from becoming a cost-effective mechanical keyboard with excellent typing experience in the 400 price segment. If you are a user who prefers to take the keyboard out, whether it is playing games or doing daily work, you might as well try to start by choosing a chief player MK680.

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First of all, I think the eight shortcut keys of this keyboard are very easy to use.

I usually use Fn + other keys on my notebook to complete the shortcut key operation. On this keyboard, it can be completed with one keystroke. I think this setting is very user-friendly.

And the sound of this keyboard is also relatively low. When I use it in the dormitory at night, I will not be complained by my roommates.

The surface of this keyboard is frosted, which makes it feel better after treatment. And its key travel is also very suitable, the damping coefficient is just right, and it is not tiring to use.

I think this keyboard is very suitable for long-term typing and playing games. The weight distribution of the bottom surface of the keyboard is very reasonable, and it can be placed on the desktop very stably when it is usually placed on a desktop with a relatively small friction coefficient. It will not slide around, and the seller also gave a foot pad, so that the tilt of the keyboard can be adjusted. In short, I think this keyboard is at an upper-middle level among the keyboards I have bought. Still worth buying.