CORSAIR Launches Premium Gaming PBT Double-Shot Keycaps Kit

btarunr · Oct 17, 2017

CORSAIR, a world leader in enthusiast memory, PC components, and high-performance gaming hardware today announced a new accessory for its industry-leading line of mechanical keyboards - a full set of performance PBT double-shot keycaps. Created using a special two-shot molding process, CORSAIR Gaming PBT Double-shot keycaps use a redesigned legend that always remains clear and legible, while still allowing LED backlighting to shine through brightly. Available in black or white and made from ultra-durable, shine resistant PBT, CORSAIR Double-Shot keycaps will never fade and boast a premium feel to complement even the most refined setup. Compatible with a wide range of CORSAIR mechanical keyboards, CORSAIR Double-Shot Keycaps are the ultimate upgrade for your CORSAIR mechanical keyboard.

CORSAIR knows that when it comes to PC gaming, standard just isn't enough. Now you can take your CORSAIR mechanical keyboard even further with CORSAIR Double-Shot Keycaps, replacing traditional laser etched keys with precision double-shot molded keys for the most premium of keyboard experiences.

CORSAIR Double-Shot Keycaps are formed in a special two-shot mold process to ensure long-lasting durability and performance. Unlike traditional keycaps which are painted and then etched, the lettering on double-shot keycaps is physically molded into the body of each keycap, with two interlocking pieces combining to ensure that they will never fade or become illegible overtime. Available in either black and white, mechanical keyboards have never looked or felt this good.

CORSAIR Double-Shot Keycaps are RGB backlight compatible and made from ultra-durable shine resistant PBT, so keys will always stay clean and matte while allowing RGB backlighting to shine through and illuminate your setup, creating the ultimate professional looking gaming keyboard.

When it comes to gaming, every keystroke can mean the difference between a loss or a win. With key walls that are twice as thick as standard keycaps, CORSAIR Double-Shot Keycaps reduce key wobble, providing confidence and stability with every keypress. What's more, with a full 104/105 set of keys specifically made for CORSAIR keyboards in North American, British and International English layouts, you'll be able to fully upgrade almost any CORSAIR mechanical keyboard.

Made with gamers in mind, CORSAIR Gaming Gaming PBT Double-Shot Keycaps have an unmatched level of durability and performance in every key press; because true legends never fade.

Availability, Warranty:
CORSAIR Gaming PBT Double-Shot Keycaps are available immediately from the CORSAIR network of authorized retailers and distributors. CORSAIR Gaming PBT Double-Shot Keycaps are backed by a two-year warranty and the CORSAIR worldwide customer support network.

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oxidized · Oct 17, 2017

They really don't realize the font is obnoxious?

CrAsHnBuRnXp · Oct 17, 2017

How is it obnoxious? Seems clean and easy to read.

Just because you dont like it doesnt mean others dont (such as myself) so therefore your opinion is just that, your opinion. You dont speak for everyone.

MnkyBrs · Oct 17, 2017

CrAsHnBuRnXp said:
How is it obnoxious? Seems clean and easy to read.

Just because you dont like it doesnt mean others dont (such as myself) so therefore your opinion is just that, your opinion. You dont speak for everyone.

NO OPINIONS ALLOWED ON THE INTERNET.

R-T-B · Oct 17, 2017

oxidized said:
They really don't realize the font is obnoxious?

Looks like they just rebranded the deck hassium keycaps, annoying font and all.

oxidized · Oct 17, 2017

MnkyBrs said:
NO OPINIONS ALLOWED ON THE INTERNET.

Thanks, but i'm pretty used to this, actually TPU is a much much better forum than OCN for example, and i've been on OCN for the last 3/4 years, so i have an idea about this kind of stuff.

CrAsHnBuRnXp said:
How is it obnoxious? Seems clean and easy to read.

Just because you dont like it doesnt mean others dont (such as myself) so therefore your opinion is just that, your opinion. You dont speak for everyone.

Yeah it's easy to read, but i don't know...You're right i don't like it, but it doesn't really look like a good font in general, it's too wide, and this square-style characters look worse with that in my opinion.
I really like for example the last font cherry used for their MX board 6.0, very futuristic, but i'd understand if few will like it, too bad the keyboard is only available in US and DE layout, otherwise i would've bought it pretty sure, need to replace my old-a$$ qpad mk80

edit: i actually meant 5.0, sorry

Totally · Oct 17, 2017

oxidized said:
Thanks, but i'm pretty used to this, actually TPU is a much much better forum than OCN for example, and i've been on OCN for the last 3/4 years, so i have an idea about this kind of stuff.

Yeah it's easy to read, but i don't know...You're right i don't like it, but it doesn't really look like a good font in general, it's too wide, and this square-style characters look worse with that in my opinion.
I really like for example the last font cherry used for their MX board 6.0, very futuristic, but i'd understand if few will like it, too bad the keyboard is only available in US and DE layout, otherwise i would've bought it pretty sure, need to replace my old-a$$ qpad mk80

Really MX 6.0? The font on that thing is literally the same only slightly narrow.

MnkyBrs · Oct 17, 2017

oxidized said:
Yeah it's easy to read, but i don't know...You're right i don't like it, but it doesn't really look like a good font in general, it's too wide, and this square-style characters look worse with that in my opinion.
I really like for example the last font cherry used for their MX board 6.0, very futuristic, but i'd understand if few will like it, too bad the keyboard is only available in US and DE layout, otherwise i would've bought it pretty sure, need to replace my old-a$$ qpad mk80

They should have used the legends from the K65. Looks like ITC Avant Garde, or something similar.

silentbogo · Oct 17, 2017

oxidized said:
They really don't realize the font is obnoxious?

Generic chinese keycaps. The only thing that's missing, is an "Assassin's creed" triangle under "SHIFT" button.
They've been slacking lately to the point of simply re-selling no-name products at triple the price.
Right now I have a much better set on my Aliexpress whishlist: just a regular lazer-etched translucent keycaps with a more traditional "non-annoying" font.
All for the low price of $10

oxidized · Oct 17, 2017

Totally said:
Really MX 6.0? The font on that thing is literally the same only slightly narrow.

Sorry i actually meant the 5.0, damn, the 6.0 is as hideous as corsair's imo.

Which is this

I also love the one Logitech used on the G413, too bad i don't like the position of the characters, and the fact it has romer-g switches

This one:

https://www.destructoid.com/ul/4312...echanical-gaming-keyboard/keycaps-noscale.jpg

Vlada011 · Oct 17, 2017

Fonts on keys are OK from my perspective, but I like mine on Deck Francium Pro.
My keyboard don't need to have traditional fonts.
Now small CORSAIR K60 silver become very nice keyboard with new switches.
RGB only spoil whole picture. Immediately I know that something like that can't work 10 years without problems. LED on my keyboard are rated to 20 years. I don't even use them. Only shine when I press some switch.
Only flaw is fact that Red switches is are not my favorites.
I like more Brown or Clear or even Black or Green are better than Red.
Double shot PBT or Dye Sublimited PBT without LED are best for keyboards.
I can't tolerate RGB.

FreedomEclipse · Oct 17, 2017

Curing premature blindness one keystroke at a time (sniggers)

Vlada011 · Oct 17, 2017

I think COOLERMASTER had some keyboards with similar font.
It was expected to CORSAIR offer different fonts than default.

VSG · Oct 17, 2017

FYI, these aren't a rebrand as CORSAIR does have their own tooling done. Secondly, seamless doubleshot (ABS or PBT) keycaps are extremely uncommon, with Ducky having the first (and only other so far) implementation that unfortunately has opaque bars which show up when the keys are backlit. These appear to have no such issue based on the test images, but I'll definitely go through with a fine comb if/when I get a set to check out.

Prince Valiant · Oct 17, 2017

I was hoping these would be a bit cheaper given Corsair's size. It's too bad they didn't go with Comic Sans as the font.

Fx · Oct 17, 2017

R-T-B said:
Looks like they just rebranded the deck hassium keycaps, annoying font and all.

Yep! I just ordered the Hassium (love it!) and I was just thinking the same thing.

R-T-B · Oct 18, 2017

Fx said:
Yep! I just ordered the Hassium (love it!) and I was just thinking the same thing.

Don't get me wrong, Hassium is a great keyboard! I'm just not a big fan of the font...

silentbogo said:
Generic chinese keycaps.

IIRC, there is pretty much only one factory on earth that produces doubleshot PBT backlight friendly keycaps, and it's not in mainland China, but Taiwan.

They're actually pretty exclusive.

Fx · Oct 18, 2017

R-T-B said:
Don't get me wrong, Hassium is a great keyboard! I'm just not a big fan of the font...

IIRC, there is pretty much only one factory on earth that produces doubleshot PBT backlight friendly keycaps, and it's not in mainland China, but Taiwan.

They're actually pretty exclusive.

It is hard to get everything you like into a keyboard. For example, I like that keyboard above except the metal look. I also like how it used the windows icon for that key instead of saying 'WIN' like on my Hassium. The only other thing I dislike about the Hassium is that the backlighting isn't consistent across all keys.

hyp36rmax · Oct 19, 2017

Seriously this font sucks! I'd wager mech heads would despise this. On another token they probably wouldn't buy a Corsair with their non-std bottom row either. This must be a godsend for Corsair owners to get a full set in PBT.

Frick · Oct 19, 2017

hyp36rmax said:
Seriously this font sucks! I'd wager mech heads would despise this. On another token they probably wouldn't buy a Corsair with their non-std bottom row either. This must be a godsend for Corsair owners to get a full set in PBT.

This is one of the better fonts I've seen in modern times. Most high end keyboards looks so very very stupid with their angles and attitude, and the same goes for their fonts. This is actually acceptable to me.

Franzen4Real · Oct 19, 2017

" keycaps use a redesigned legend that always remains clear and legible, while still allowing LED backlighting to shine through brightly."

Except.... when their apparently cheap LED's just burn out... I have 3 dark keys on my K70 in about 18 months time. I saw in reviews that others had mentioned the issue, but I got it for a great price on a SS deal that I felt it was worth taking the risk. I lost the bet I guess....

VSG · Oct 19, 2017

Franzen4Real said:
" keycaps use a redesigned legend that always remains clear and legible, while still allowing LED backlighting to shine through brightly."

Except.... when their apparently cheap LED's just burn out... I have 3 dark keys on my K70 in about 18 months time. I saw in reviews that others had mentioned the issue, but I got it for a great price on a SS deal that I felt it was worth taking the risk. I lost the bet I guess....

You are still within warranty period, why not RMA it? Newer keyboards use SMD LEDs mounted not as part of the switch mechanism, especially the RGB ones, and these don't have that general issue.

R-T-B · Oct 20, 2017

Frick said:
This is one of the better fonts I've seen in modern times. Most high end keyboards looks so very very stupid with their angles and attitude, and the same goes for their fonts. This is actually acceptable to me.

I go custom key cap. I love my blue legend oreo cookie keyboard...

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