Tuesday, May 12th 2020

Das Keyboard Announces Updates to its 4C Tenkeyless Mechanical Keyboard

Das Keyboard, the world leader in high-end mechanical keyboards, today announced updates to its 4C Tenkeyless Mechanical Keyboard for improved quality and efficiency. Designed without the traditional number pad, the 4C is Das Keyboard's most compact keyboard, and ideal for professionals using smaller workstations, home offices, or those that want more portability.

"Our updated Das Keyboard 4C Tenkeyless packs an amazing punch for today's professional looking to combine workspace efficiency and productivity at home or in the office," said Daniel Guermeur, founder and creator of Das Keyboard. "We're excited to deliver an improved Das Keyboard 4C to give users the highest-quality typing experience for years and years to come."
Originally released in 2015, the updated 4C now includes updated firmware along with PBT keycaps for added durability, and lubed, large keys that maximize smoothness for an improved tactile experience. Features include:
  • PBT Keycaps: New charcoal gray PBT keycaps have a higher density than ABS keycaps, and are set against a black aluminium top panel to create a modern, professional look. PBT keycaps do not wear over time.
  • Lubed Keys: Large keys that include the space bar, return, shift and caps lock are lubed by the manufacturer to silence the switch and increase smoothness at the actuation points, reducing friction.
  • Cherry MX Brown Switches: Now with gold-plated, Cherry MX Brown switches that provide long-lasting electrical contact and tactile feedback to allow users to execute keystrokes with speed and precision.
  • N-key rollover: Full NKRO support detects all keystrokes for fast typists.
  • Convenience Features: A 2-port USB 2.0 hub provides the ability to connect USB keys and charge phones, an extra-long (6.5 feet) cable for improved cable management, and a magnetically detachable footbar doubles as a ruler.
Pricing and Availability
Das Keyboard 4C starts at $139 and is available in the US beginning May 11, 2020.
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11 Comments on Das Keyboard Announces Updates to its 4C Tenkeyless Mechanical Keyboard

#1
cryohellinc
I really like how this one looks. Real shame it's not hot-swappable, as Mx Browns (IMO) are some of the worst switches out there.
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#2
Sihastru
the world leader in high-end mechanical keyboards
That's a bit hyperbolic.
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#3
TheDeeGee
SihastruThat's a bit hyperbolic.
Everyone is a world leader in something these days.
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#4
ryun
Ok, so, TKL keyboards are my preferred form factor and I use the volume and media keys fairly frequently. Ideally, dedicated buttons would be nice and I think Das could probably have utilized some of the space of that giant USB hub for such a thing but whatever, function keys are fine. I could see myself purchasing this except for one thing: why, why, why put the media keys on the opposite end of the keyboard as the Fn key!? You'll now need two hands to adjust volume or media. I keep seeing manufacturers do this and it just doesn't make any sense to me. Use the arrow keys or the Home/End/PgUp/PgDwn cluster, please.
cryohellincI really like how this one looks. Real shame it's not hot-swappable, as Mx Browns (IMO) are some of the worst switches out there.
There's nothing wrong with MX Browns, unless they're subjectively not your thing. They're my favorite switch.
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#5
cryohellinc
ryunThere's nothing wrong with MX Browns, unless they're subjectively not your thing. They're my favorite switch.
How many switches have you tried?
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#6
ryun
cryohellincHow many switches have you tried?
MX Brown, Blue, Red, and Black. I think I've tried clear and green in a sampler but that's not really the same.
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#7
francisw19
The hub is a nice add-on but I'd rather see it be USB 3.0
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#8
NeoCrisis
ryunMX Brown, Blue, Red, and Black. I think I've tried clear and green in a sampler but that's not really the same.
that's only 6 switches vs the 100s that are available now. MX browns are not loved by many
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#9
ryun
NeoCrisisthat's only 6 switches vs the 100s that are available now. MX browns are not loved by many
Many people don't like rice pudding, yet I keep buying it and they keep selling it.
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#10
fwiler
What a horrible design. That front lip will dig right into your hands unless you use a wrist rest, and even then it's annoying.
You want the keys right up to the front edge, and preferably have a nice rounded edge there.
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#11
Cranky5150
well I love beer, who's with me !!!!!?
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