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Keychron C3 Pro QMK/VIA Custom Wired Gaming Keyboard (Red or Brown Switches)

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Keychron Basic via Amazon has Keychron C3 Pro QMK/VIA Custom Programmable Gaming Keyboard (Red or Brown Switches) on sale for $24.99. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Meowssi for posting this deal.

Available options: About this product:
  • QMK / VIA is open-source software for keyboards that allows anyone to personalize keyboard layouts, shortcuts, backlight effects, and more
  • Gasket mount structure to reduce sound resonance while adding more typing flexibility along with the sound-absorbing foam and case foam
  • High performance ARM architecture MCU with 256KB flash to provide 1000Hz polling rate for a fast and responsive typing speed
  • NKRO feature is convenient to help you enter multiple keypresses at a time
  • Easy toggle between macOS and Windows, accommodates universal keycaps
  • Made through the ABS double-shot process, the keycaps are durable and wear-resistant
  • Shine-through legends lit up by the north-facing LED

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    • This price matches the previous FP deal.
    • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars on Amazon based on over 700 customer reviews.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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Keychron Basic via Amazon has Keychron C3 Pro QMK/VIA Custom Programmable Gaming Keyboard (Red or Brown Switches) on sale for $24.99. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Meowssi for posting this deal.

Available options: About this product:
  • QMK / VIA is open-source software for keyboards that allows anyone to personalize keyboard layouts, shortcuts, backlight effects, and more
  • Gasket mount structure to reduce sound resonance while adding more typing flexibility along with the sound-absorbing foam and case foam
  • High performance ARM architecture MCU with 256KB flash to provide 1000Hz polling rate for a fast and responsive typing speed
  • NKRO feature is convenient to help you enter multiple keypresses at a time
  • Easy toggle between macOS and Windows, accommodates universal keycaps
  • Made through the ABS double-shot process, the keycaps are durable and wear-resistant
  • Shine-through legends lit up by the north-facing LED

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this Store:
  • Additional Information:
    • This price matches the previous FP deal.
    • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars on Amazon based on over 700 customer reviews.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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sman789
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Looks like a good deal if you're looking to get into the hobby.

I have a few cheap keyboards that I've modded and changed switches in. Not sure if this board will be compatible with all switches, 3 and 5 pin. Most lower priced boards are 3 pin and some of those aren't compatible with all 3 pin switches. Some manufacturers use wider pins that will not fit in the board.

It's also a fake gasket mount design. I have a board that uses the same setup (TH66 Pro) , strips of soft material are sandwiched under the pcb rather than a true gasket that covers the entire perimeter. It still feels nice but it's not the real thing.

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Sep 4, 2024
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sman789
Sep 4, 2024
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Looks like a good deal if you're looking to get into the hobby.

I have a few cheap keyboards that I've modded and changed switches in. Not sure if this board will be compatible with all switches, 3 and 5 pin. Most lower priced boards are 3 pin and some of those aren't compatible with all 3 pin switches. Some manufacturers use wider pins that will not fit in the board.

It's also a fake gasket mount design. I have a board that uses the same setup (TH66 Pro) , strips of soft material are sandwiched under the pcb rather than a true gasket that covers the entire perimeter. It still feels nice but it's not the real thing.
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Sep 4, 2024
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LightningCrash
Sep 4, 2024
25 Posts
I have this with the Reds from an earlier deal. It's one of my favorite keebs and it's pretty quiet in comparison to other mech keebs I have. The VIA/QMK is nice since I have to switch my KVM to another PC for work.

I don't care about RGB so the red is fine. Red also doesn't hurt my eyes or give any big-light energy.

10/10 for the price.
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zoysiamo
Sep 4, 2024
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This keyboard seems like an astonishingly good one for the price.
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2...hould-too/

I only use split ortholinear/column-staggered ergo keyboards at this point so this isn't for me, but for most people who are looking for a totally familiar layout, this would be great.
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EagerMoon925
Sep 4, 2024
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The hot swap version is 39.94 after 15% coupon right now.
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Anonymo
Sep 4, 2024
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Quote from zoysiamo :
This keyboard seems like an astonishingly good one for the price.
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2...hould-too/ [arstechnica.com]

I only use split orthogonal ergo keyboards at this point so this isn't for me, but for most people who are looking for a totally familiar layout, this would be great.
Hi, can you recommend me a/some good split orthogonal ergo keyboards, I'm looking for some because I get wrist pain with normal keyboards... Right now, the top pick would be the keychron v10 Max.
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Sep 4, 2024
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blackrook
Sep 4, 2024
213 Posts
I don't think this is hotswappable, which could be a deal breaker as a starter keyboard.
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Sep 4, 2024
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tegraphile
Sep 4, 2024
57 Posts
Picked up one for work, been using it for almost a year. This keyboard offers an unreal typing experience at this price point.

It is a no-brainer second keyboard and probably a fine primary board.
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danath256
Sep 4, 2024
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I picked this up from the previous deal. It's been awesome so far.
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Materialism
Sep 4, 2024
925 Posts
got an aula f75 for less than $40 off tiktok shop last week. i'd say that's a better deal. i know the pricing is pretty variable between user and shop. things are getting pretty competitive in the market so if you have extra money to cough up for a keyboard, it could be worth the money.
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_DonkeyKong_
Sep 4, 2024
691 Posts
How do you decide between the red and the brown?
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Sep 4, 2024
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Thedrsky125
Sep 4, 2024
19 Posts
Just got mine today. I also own a V3. Honestly, beside the absence of a knob, this C3 Pro is top notch.
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wandering_soul
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Sep 4, 2024
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Does it ship with only red caps for enter/space/escape or does it also have the matching black ones?
Sep 4, 2024
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EricC3492
Sep 4, 2024
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Quote from wandering_soul :
Does it ship with only red caps for enter/space/escape or does it also have the matching black ones?
Yes, comes with black replacement keys if you don't like the red.
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Sep 4, 2024
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apathy
Sep 4, 2024
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I paid $30 for this back almost a year ago (red switches), it's been working pretty good. Been using as a primary keyboard. Nice feel, not too loud. If you use this with a KVM switcher, check the manual to disable N-key rollover or the key switch combos won't work.

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GunWanderer
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Quote from EagerMoon925 :
The hot swap version is 39.94 after 15% coupon right now.
That's how they get you. Offer you a 15% discount so that you can pay $15 more.
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