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The Mode Sonnet Got Refreshed.
Disclaimer: This is a board I collaborated with Mode on. This is a showcase of the board!
I have reviewed the Sonnet in the past and while this particular version doesn't change all too much, the new mounting system is great. I do consider this more of a side upgrade or more of a 1.5 release rather than a 2.0.
✅ BUILD SPECS:
Keyboard: Sonnet Refresh 2024 - bit.ly/3VURTIj
Special Edition Versions - modedesigns.com/products/alexotos-edition-sonnet
Plate Material: PC / Aluminum
Switches: Cherry Nixies - bit.ly/49FsSEH
Mode Obscuras - bit.ly/3zemaJb
Keycaps: Key Kobo Retro Mixed Lights
GMK Retro Zhuyin
Note: Some of these are affiliate links and i get a kick back! They help support my channel.
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Видео

The TB8 TKL, A Solid TKL At A Good Price
Просмотров 10 тыс.9 часов назад
✅ BUILD SPECS: Keyboard: TB8 - nlandkeys.com/products/gb-tb8-tkl-keyboard-kit Plate Material: Aluminum Switches: Moon Switches - kineticlabs.com/switches/kinetic/moon-linear-switches?ref=alexotos Keycaps: GMK Polybius - spaceholdings.net/products/polybius-extras?aff=alexotos Note: Some of these are affiliate links and i get a kick back! They help support my channel. ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️ Want some wallp...
A keyboard with 7 different mounting styles? (Zoom65 V3)
Просмотров 12 тыс.12 часов назад
Disclaimer: This was a sponsored stream as they did let me keep the keyboard, but it does not affect my views or opinions of the keyboards. ✅ BUILD SPECS: Keyboard: Zoom65 v3 - bit.ly/45CLvZA Plate Material: Carbon Fiber Switches: Caramel Pudding Switches - bit.ly/3KUx5u0 Keycaps: GMK Kaiju Stabilizers: WS Stupid Stabilizer Note: Some of these are affiliate links and i get a kick back! They hel...
The Not So Compact, Compact Ergo!
Просмотров 7 тыс.14 часов назад
The Compact Ergo is a not so compact ergo keyboard with a southpaw numpad, making the layout pretty unique! ✅ BUILD SPECS: Keyboard: Compact Ergo - bowlkeyboards.com/pages/compact-ergo-landing-page Plate Material: Aluminum Switches: Cherry Nixies Switches - divinikey.com/products/cherry-mx-black-clear-top-nixie-linear-switches?ref=oScu8BXzF73dpE Keycaps: GMK Darling Note: Some of these are affi...
The Bauer Lite with Vintage Cherry Switches
Просмотров 11 тыс.День назад
Disclaimer: This was a client build and not a review! ✅ BUILD SPECS: Keyboard: Bauer Lite - collabs.shop/ekzrhn Plate Material: Aluminum Switches: Vintage Pre-Tooled Cherry Switches - bit.ly/4c1R2uy Keycaps: GMK Deku - www.deskhero.ca/products/gmk-deku-unvaulted Note: Some of these are affiliate links and i get a kick back! They help support my channel. ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️ Want some wallpapers from ph...
Kohaku For A Client - A Classic
Просмотров 10 тыс.14 дней назад
Disclaimer: This is a client build! ✅ BUILD SPECS: Keyboard: Kohaku Plate Material: Aluminum Switches: Cherry Nixies - divinikey.com/products/cherry-mx-black-clear-top-nixie-linear-switches?ref=oScu8BXzF73dpE Keycaps: GMK Mandalorian Note: Some of these are affiliate links and i get a kick back! They help support my channel. ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️ Want some wallpapers from photos I've taken and art I've ...
An Initial D Toyota AE86 Themed Keyboard?
Просмотров 17 тыс.14 дней назад
Disclaimer: This was a sponsored stream as they did let me keep the keyboard, but it does not affect my views or opinions of the keyboards. Overall the keyboard was fun and all the mounting styles worked surprisingly well. It’s themed well, sounds great and it’s fun! My biggest gripe after using it after the stream for a few days is the front height does become fatiguing slightly, but it was by...
I Took A Look At The Encore by Mod Musings - I Love It.
Просмотров 16 тыс.21 день назад
Disclaimer: While this stream was co-ordinated by Matthew Encina and you can find his channel here: ​⁠@MatthewEncina I want to make it clear that I am sponsored by Mode Designs. This does not impact my thoughts or impact what I say about the board. ✅ BUILD SPECS: Keyboard: The Encore - modedesigns.com/products/mod-musings-encore?sca_ref=1466633.zNy0eGxEMD Plate Material: Aluminum Switches: Vint...
Epoch 87 - It's Almost There
Просмотров 12 тыс.21 день назад
The Epoch 87 is by a newer designer / brand and it's fun! However, despite some fun ideas and playful design choices, it's not quite up to snuff with some of the more modern solutions for the internals of the keyboard. I've messaged the brand and offered some criticism and hopefully some changes get made, because it is a fun looking board! ✅ BUILD SPECS: Keyboard: Epoch 87 - evolurk.com/ Plate ...
The New Mode SixtyFive ... But this time with Cherry switches!!!
Просмотров 14 тыс.21 день назад
If you want to see my full thoughts on the board, check it out herewww.alexotos.com/modes-new-sixtyfive/ ✅ BUILD SPECS: Keyboard: New SixtyFive by Mode - bit.ly/3Q5QF9N Plate Material: PC Plate Switches: Hyperglide Switches - unikeyboards.com/products/cherry-mx-hyperglide-black-switch-10pcs?sca_ref=5348849.iPIMLKwswJ Keycaps: GMK CYL Redline Stabilizers: Durock Stabilizers Brush kit: www.switch...
The Boop Redux, It's In Stock - Is It Good?
Просмотров 15 тыс.28 дней назад
The Boop Redux is the second variant of the original board. The original had a louder design on the bottom, but this opts for a more timeless design and with newer internals. Thanks again to Unikeys for sending out some keycaps for us to use. ✅ BUILD SPECS: Keyboard: Boop Redux - kbdfans.com/r?id=pkdj90 Plate Material: Aluminum Switches: Poppy BSUN switches Keycaps: Key Kobo Keycaps - bit.ly/3V...
The Protagonist - An Absolute Joy
Просмотров 14 тыс.Месяц назад
Disclaimer: This was a sponsored live stream, but that does not affect my opinion in any shape or form. Read my full thoughts here: www.alexotos.com/the-protagonist-keyboard-review/ ✅ BUILD SPECS: Keyboard: Protagonist - loobedswitches.com/products/protagonist-gb Plate Material: Carbon Fiber Switches: Obscura Switches - modedesigns.com/products/obscura-linear-switches?sca_ref=1466633.zNy0eGxEMD...
Petrichor, A Keyboard With USB Passthrough!
Просмотров 9 тыс.Месяц назад
Disclaimer: This was a sponsored live stream, but that does not affect my opinion in any shape or form. ✅ BUILD SPECS: Keyboard: Petrichor - cannonkeys.com/products/petrichor?ref=alexotos Plate Material: Aluminum Switches: Cherry Blossom Switches - bit.ly/3WTIx0t Keycaps: Wasabi Keycaps - spaceholdings.net/products/gmk-wasabi-v2-1?aff=alexotos Note: Some of these are affiliate links and i get a...
The Cloudnine 60%, It Sure is Pretty.
Просмотров 15 тыс.Месяц назад
Disclaimer: They are letting me keep one of the boards used in the stream, but this does not affect my opinion nor alter my thoughts about the keyboard. ✅ BUILD SPECS: Keyboard: Cloudnine by Machina - machina.mx/products/cloudnine Plate Material: Various Switches: Nixies Purple Dawn HMX - bit.ly/4av43fa Keycaps: Dual Shot R2 - collabs.shop/jj2atg GMK Chladni - thekeymachine.com/products/002 Not...
Chroma - A 60% Keyboard With Some Very Fun Colours
Просмотров 13 тыс.Месяц назад
Disclaimer: This was a sponsored live stream, but that does not affect my opinion in any shape or form. ✅ BUILD SPECS: Keyboard: Chroma by ELOQUENT - eloquentclicks.com/pages/chroma [Launches on the 15th] Plate Material: Aluminum Switches: Marshmallow Switches Keycaps: Night Runner Keycaps - spaceholdings.net/products/gmk-nightrunner-r2?aff=alexotos Note: Some of these are affiliate links and i...
The Officially Licensed Line Friends Keyboard, But in Polycarbonate!
Просмотров 15 тыс.Месяц назад
The Officially Licensed Line Friends Keyboard, But in Polycarbonate!
The Pneuma
Просмотров 16 тыс.Месяц назад
The Pneuma
I found blueberries in my keyboard - Blueberry 65
Просмотров 12 тыс.Месяц назад
I found blueberries in my keyboard - Blueberry 65
This is The Best Neo Series Keyboard Yet...
Просмотров 50 тыс.Месяц назад
This is The Best Neo Series Keyboard Yet...
This Is The Coolest Client Keyboard I have Ever Built...
Просмотров 20 тыс.Месяц назад
This Is The Coolest Client Keyboard I have Ever Built...
The Arc60 w/ HMX Macchiatos!
Просмотров 16 тыс.Месяц назад
The Arc60 w/ HMX Macchiatos!
The Altair - A Split Ergo Board.
Просмотров 16 тыс.2 месяца назад
The Altair - A Split Ergo Board.
The New Mode SixtyFive.
Просмотров 31 тыс.2 месяца назад
The New Mode SixtyFive.
Magnum65, Interesting...
Просмотров 19 тыс.2 месяца назад
Magnum65, Interesting...
Kyogre themed Kohaku?
Просмотров 15 тыс.2 месяца назад
Kyogre themed Kohaku?
Graystudio's Latest Keyboard - FRL 1800?
Просмотров 20 тыс.2 месяца назад
Graystudio's Latest Keyboard - FRL 1800?
Mode Envoy and HMX XINHAI Switches?
Просмотров 22 тыс.2 месяца назад
Mode Envoy and HMX XINHAI Switches?
A mechanical keyboard starting at $135? They Krush'ed it with this one.
Просмотров 48 тыс.2 месяца назад
A mechanical keyboard starting at $135? They Krush'ed it with this one.
X-ray Keycaps?
Просмотров 20 тыс.2 месяца назад
X-ray Keycaps?
Matrix Makes Fun Keyboards.
Просмотров 18 тыс.3 месяца назад
Matrix Makes Fun Keyboards.

Комментарии

  • @cyclode9584
    @cyclode9584 4 часа назад

    im a fan of 75 this is indeed one of the best sounding and good looking 75, its bad timing that few ago my new 65 from mode just got delivered. i wish i new it earlier

  • @leftcoastfunk
    @leftcoastfunk 4 часа назад

    I'm loving that they chose to update the Sonnet without really changing much since it's such a good board! The special colorways look killer, as do their "regular" offerings. Bummer though I was kinda hoping you'd try the copper plate. I've been curious about copper plates as they're not offered very frequently. That said, we've been seeing them more and more lately yet basically none of the content creators are using one in their builds so we still have little idea of what their characteristics are going to be like on different boards and/or with different mounting styles. Maybe next time?

  • @Malakingchickenadobo
    @Malakingchickenadobo 6 часов назад

    Do they by chance will sell the top separately?

  • @LofiMiso321
    @LofiMiso321 6 часов назад

    The best of the best 75% layout keyboard on the market. The sonnet cannot be beat in look, finish and sound.

  • @ricardoh.6850
    @ricardoh.6850 7 часов назад

    I’m too old school for this. I’m from the THOCC era this just has zero appeal to me just I’m sure amazing to everyone else 😀

  • @sethbalderson
    @sethbalderson 9 часов назад

    Man, sometimes I really regret getting out of the hobby. I've missed out on so many great boards.

  • @kogpressor
    @kogpressor 9 часов назад

    Are the new Sonnet parts compatible the original? Like can I pair my old base with a V2 top, are the parts interchangeable? Also, can the new mounting system be ported over? Sorry for all the questions, I just love my original and thought maybe it could take advantage of the new version's hardware. Edit: It appears the new mounting system is not compatible with the old top case.

    • @alexotos
      @alexotos 8 часов назад

      So the answer is no officially I believe, but I can always test these when I get the chance! I havent had the board for long yet!

    • @kogpressor
      @kogpressor 7 часов назад

      @@alexotos Thanks for the insight Alex, do you know if Mode will continue to stock the original Sonnet parts, or once the current stock is gone that's it?

  • @riceshakes
    @riceshakes 11 часов назад

    would be cool if you could test lattice blocks with V1 parts, In the mode discord they're "technically" compatible but I wonder if the sound is different at all

  • @PWzhouster
    @PWzhouster 11 часов назад

    hooooo boy, a fully PC Sonnet looks so tempting but that pricetag is crazy

    • @Mr.Serotonin343
      @Mr.Serotonin343 9 часов назад

      good keyboards cost but not all cost too much.

  • @rocknlefty
    @rocknlefty 12 часов назад

    A beautiful board for a beautiful man :)

  • @kaziasifmahmud2839
    @kaziasifmahmud2839 12 часов назад

    Do an alexotos edition orange alu bottom too. Would be sick

  • @ImOnMy116
    @ImOnMy116 12 часов назад

    gorgeous board, still love my OG Sonnet! Now Mode, please, if you’re listening, give us this two piece case and mounting style plus your standard customizability with a WinKey 60%! You’ll have my money!

  • @cristianpodosu592
    @cristianpodosu592 12 часов назад

    The only video I was waiting for ❤

  • @dhanslee
    @dhanslee 12 часов назад

    So this is already sold out?

    • @alexotos
      @alexotos 12 часов назад

      Comes out tomorrow!

  • @WiFeYBurGLeR1
    @WiFeYBurGLeR1 13 часов назад

    I held off on pulling the trigger on the Sonnet. After seeing the other boards from Mode, I had a feeling they were going to refresh the mounting on the Sonnet. Ordering my board now, Nice Video!

  • @SamBoga
    @SamBoga 13 часов назад

    When I got my Mode65 Extras, I really didn't like that since What I got was pretty barebones stuff. But this one looks really good. Might pull the trigger later down the line!

  • @austinegy
    @austinegy 13 часов назад

    The orange and stone combo never gets old! Wish I could grab one of these, so sweet looking

  • @rydmerlin
    @rydmerlin 13 часов назад

    Has anybody done all PC yet?

  • @Extra_ChrisB
    @Extra_ChrisB 13 часов назад

    Are those new travel cases as well? The old ones were great but I do like these ones at the beginning of the video too.

    • @alexotos
      @alexotos 13 часов назад

      Yeah they follow suit with the more recent mode releases, lots of pockets and they are much better than the boxes.

  • @royce9389
    @royce9389 13 часов назад

    I seriously want to get on this one 🤤

  • @JesusXina
    @JesusXina 13 часов назад

    I wish the PCB had RGB

  • @tripl3a_
    @tripl3a_ 14 часов назад

    w

  • @Ewanger
    @Ewanger 14 часов назад

    The orange is so nice! Another banger by Mr. Alexotos 🎉

  • @peet._.
    @peet._. 14 часов назад

    Been waiting for this!!

  • @fefe8230
    @fefe8230 22 часа назад

    Greetings Alex🌈!! just got my mode envoy last week ..looking for more premium keyboard to add in my keebs collections...need your top recommendations for SUPERLOUD PUNCHING CLACKY sound profile....any suggestions? ❤

  • @rocknlefty
    @rocknlefty День назад

    The slow zoom-in on the HUH has me rolling....top tier

    • @alexotos
      @alexotos День назад

      Im glad you enjoyed it <3

  • @BluTi
    @BluTi 2 дня назад

    My eight six turned into an eight five

  • @MeowmeowAlexandra
    @MeowmeowAlexandra 2 дня назад

    *_daaaaaaaaaaamn_*

  • @fefe8230
    @fefe8230 2 дня назад

    Greetings Alex! just got my mode envoy delivery today and i order for coppper n carbom fiber plate....in term of soundwise , technically which you think has the loudest clacky profile? Thank You❤

  • @Justmakesomenoiz
    @Justmakesomenoiz 2 дня назад

    People shouldn't do videos of Rama products after he scammed so many people... It's probably e nice keyboard

  • @mikerzisu9508
    @mikerzisu9508 2 дня назад

    Spacebar was way too loud imo

  • @VectorLogics
    @VectorLogics 2 дня назад

    How this board fair against the Jane v2 ME ?

  • @thanghang5958
    @thanghang5958 2 дня назад

    hmx bcp is coming ?

  • @the2jznoshit828
    @the2jznoshit828 2 дня назад

    ALEX can you get your hands on the NENE for review ?

  • @VortexOnFn
    @VortexOnFn 2 дня назад

    2 or 5❤

  • @ssqueaks955
    @ssqueaks955 3 дня назад

    who sells the orange cable??

  • @ThatGuy001
    @ThatGuy001 3 дня назад

    I NEED IT!!!

  • @Jaxs3003
    @Jaxs3003 3 дня назад

    Did I miss the sound test?

  • @polynotgone8349
    @polynotgone8349 3 дня назад

    The weight reminds me of the arc60

  • @tungvo3455
    @tungvo3455 3 дня назад

    Looking forward for yr thought on the C8

  • @nhule550
    @nhule550 4 дня назад

    Great vid Alex! Waiting for the comparison to the Cycle8

    • @XtraordinaryTruong
      @XtraordinaryTruong 3 дня назад

      cycle 8 sounds a bit hollower, and i think its not as good as cycle 7

    • @alexotos
      @alexotos 3 дня назад

      Its coming soon!

  • @poinggg
    @poinggg 4 дня назад

    great vid! in terms of sound profile, how does this compare to the neo80?

  • @taylor3734
    @taylor3734 4 дня назад

    What is the other keyboard in this video? I just got the Fractal North case and have been looking for something that aesthetically matches...

    • @adaniwafi2448
      @adaniwafi2448 4 дня назад

      Thats mode keyboard

    • @nhatnguyen9200
      @nhatnguyen9200 4 дня назад

      Its the mode encore, he made a video about it 2 weeks ago I think

    • @bosenngantor9160
      @bosenngantor9160 3 дня назад

      mode encore...ikr, it looks so sleek I constantly looking at that too as I'm wacthed the video

    • @adaniwafi2448
      @adaniwafi2448 3 дня назад

      @@bosenngantor9160 yes agreed. Also if you bosen ngantor you should resign bro

    • @taylor3734
      @taylor3734 3 дня назад

      @@bosenngantor9160 Thank you!! It really is gorgeous

  • @Markerusagi
    @Markerusagi 4 дня назад

    hey i own one of these what software is used to configure the keyboard?

  • @d0nnguyenn
    @d0nnguyenn 4 дня назад

    so what's the answer at 4:46 hm? 🤨

  • @LastSecBloomer
    @LastSecBloomer 4 дня назад

    Looking at their EU seller, KeyGem, the configuration I was looking into (nothing special, with one extra plate) would cost me 308 EUR with shipping. Then another 32% of customs tax and VAT, plus whatever extra costs may occur...and it comes out to 400-450 EUR. Too much for me. In short: get fked, Europe...

    • @TechBear1
      @TechBear1 3 дня назад

      I'm sorry to hear that the final cost in Europe seems too high. I really appreciate your interest in our product and the feedback you've provided. Our goal is to offer a cost-effective product, and we are willing to forgo significant profits in Europe to keep the price down for customers. While the final cost with taxes and fees may be higher than ideal, we are making an effort to provide an affordable option. I hope this helps explain our approach. Let me know if you have any other questions!

    • @bjvink0130
      @bjvink0130 3 дня назад

      32%? where do you live

    • @LastSecBloomer
      @LastSecBloomer 3 дня назад

      @@bjvink0130 Serbia. It's 20% mandatory VAT (as is tradition in Europe) plus 12% customs fees if the shipment value is over 50€. And whatever other expenses may occur if customs people are in bad mood that day... That's only one part of the problem, the other is paying way more at EU sellers for the same thing to begin with. The US price does not translate to same value in EUR or even same price but in EUR. Specifically, the TB8 setup I would pay $207 at NLandKeys would cost me 273€ at KeyGem, or $293 at local exchange rates. That's an extra $90 right off the bat, BEFORE all other expenses. I understand that's the reality of EU business but it sucks. I was looking forward to international GB for TB8 but as it is, I'll have to get something cheaper or shop elsewhere...

    • @LastSecBloomer
      @LastSecBloomer 3 дня назад

      @@bjvink0130 Serbia. It's the mandatory 20% VAT (as is tradition in Europe) plus additional 12-13% if the shipment value is over 50€ (it's a local thing). Plus potentially extra costs depending on the mood of customs people on that day... That's only one part of the problem, the one nobody can escape from, the other one is paying more at EU sellers for the same thing to begin with. The US price does not translate to same value in EUR or even to same price but in EUR. In this case, the TB8 setup I'd get would cost me $207 at NLandkeys but at KeyGem it ends up being 273€, or $293 at local exchange rates. That's an extra $90 right off the bat, BEFORE all the other expenses scaling off of that price - shipping, customs & VAT, etc,. which really adds up. Like I mentioned before, a $200-220 keyboard turns into a 400+ EUR one. I'm aware that's the reality of EU business but it sucks. I was looking forward to international GB of TB8 but as it is, I'll have to get something cheaper or shop elsewhere...

    • @LastSecBloomer
      @LastSecBloomer 3 дня назад

      @@TechBear1 I understand...I don't blame you at all. It's just how things are here in Europe. I could put the blame on KeyGem and their pricing, but there aren't many EU marketplaces to begin with so I can't blame you for picking one of the big ones, nobody wants to deal with potential backlash if something goes wrong. You might, however, look into other EU alternatives like the Delta Key Co or Prototypist, they might provide better deals...

  • @alexotos
    @alexotos 4 дня назад

    I know I mentioned it in the video, but NLandKeys is the primary vendor for this board in its current round. I felt it was important to talk about the drama that surrounds them regarding their delayed orders, some issues with the Molly60 and the Kyubi IC where people accused them of exit scamming. As I mentioned I have been monitoring their discord and had lots of convos with Aregs, of the company, and they have addressed a lot of the issues they’ve had, including refunding customers who ask and replacing parts. They are learning and navigating how to best serve their customers and actually implementing changes which I appreciate. Aregs seems like a really great guy. Although if this makes you nervous about the GB, I would suggest waiting for in stock products. I just thought it was important to mention as we looked at this board. Enjoy the build!

    • @arpeykeys
      @arpeykeys 4 дня назад

      Yea I think aregs is pretty genuine. I wasn’t sure if it was worth mentioning when I made my video for him because I wasn’t sure if those reddit threads gained much traction, but I caught the stream for a bit today and saw people mention it. They’re refunding mirror98 buyers for the delays for half the price and still sending them out to buyers and not profiting off it now, and they’ve fixed the issues with the molly60 and I think delivered to those with issues. The term exit scam is being thrown around a bit for the wrong reasons, but if nland is exit scamming, its the worst exit scam I’ve seen lol.

    • @Ajax837
      @Ajax837 3 дня назад

      As someone who bought a Molly 60 and had issues with delays and QC issues they have gone above and beyond fixing the issues and even offering a full refund. While I felt the same pressure as there did when all of this was going on I will say they seemed to handle it well. This is only one story so don’t take it as face value.

  • @asfifljiksduf
    @asfifljiksduf 4 дня назад

    that back weight is INSANE holy

    • @usmanmohammad7417
      @usmanmohammad7417 3 дня назад

      I know right?!

    • @TechBear1
      @TechBear1 2 дня назад

      I am glad you like it! We worked really hard on trying to make the weights special. :)

  • @Moskul
    @Moskul 4 дня назад

    szdfgszdfgbhjku

  • @NsedBoard
    @NsedBoard 4 дня назад

    I like the versatility of the different mounting styles and the customizability of the board, but unfortunately I won’t be picking one up. Back when I was first getting into the hobby there was a GB rerun for the Zoom V1 that I purchased as my very first “custom” board. However, before the Zoom V1 GB fulfilled they announced the Zoom V2 and I believe they started preorders. Eventually my order for the Zoom V1 fulfilled and I built it, but the V1 GB a month before the V2 announcements and preorders just felt like a cash grab. The board really didn’t do it for me, plus Meletrix kinda rubbed me the wrong way and I just ended up giving the board away. However it totally could of been my fault, I was new to the hobby and may not have had much information as to what Meletrix had planned. Looking back now, I wish that experience left a bad enough taste in my mouth to not pursue the hobby further because now I have too many boards😂.