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Das Keyboard X50Q Programmable RGB Mechanical Keyboard for Work & Gaming, Soft Tactile Mechanical Switches, Pre-Built Q Applets, Palm Rest, Volume Knob, Aluminum Top (104 Keys, Black)

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  • MADE FOR MASTER PROFESSIONALS AND MASTER GAMERS - Essential productivity tool that keeps professionals focused on creativity and operating at the highest level of concentration. No more unwanted interruptions. Instead of relying on snooze-able, momentary alerts from different devices, the X50Q displays notifications in color directly on its RGB keys. Named best crossover (work/ play) keyboard by Mashable.
  • FULLY PROGRAMMABLE RGB KEYS- If your website is down or you have been assigned a new task, or if the software build fails, the Das Keyboard X50Q will let you know by changing colors on the keys. Want to know when your favorite Twitch user is online? No problem, the X50Q can do that. Enhanced brightness and modern switch design, the X50Q delivers the super bright and intense RGB color settings. It’s 2 times brighter with 16.8 million colors.
  • UP TO 100 MILLION KEYSTROKES - The X50Q sports the fastest and most reliable mechanical Gamma Zulu soft tactile switches, giving your new mechanical keyboard life up to 100 million keystrokes.. You rely on twitch reflexes and split-second decision making and the X50Q will be your weapon to win. Game on!
  • FULL N-KEY ROLLOVER - Fast typists, productive professionals and gamers will appreciate that Das Keyboard X50Q mechanical keyboard supports full NKRO over USB. No need to use a PS2 adapter anymore. Full n-key rollover (NKRO) scans each button press individually - every key press is recorded, even if you press a bunch of keys simultaneously. Plus anti-ghosting.
  • PRE-BUILT Q APPLETS AND MORE - The Q Software uses downloadable applets from Q marketplace to light up the X50Q smart keyboard with user-defined notifications—all color-coded and displayed right on the keyboard. Ergonomic detachable wrist rest has a comfortable soft touch surface to help typists rest their wrist comfortably. Included WASD gaming textured WASD keycap upgrade kit gives your most important keys a look and tactile feel that will give you a tactical advantage.
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Das Keyboard X50Q: Ultimate Crossover (Work / Gaming) Keyboard

Made for Master Professionals and Master Gamers

Essential productivity tool that keeps professionals focused on creativity and operating at the highest level of concentration. No more unwanted interruptions. Instead of relying on snooze-able, momentary alerts from different devices, the X50Q displays notifications in color directly on its RGB keys.

If your website is down or you have been assigned a new task, or if the software build fails, the Das Keyboard X50Q will let you know by changing colors on the keys. Want to know when your favorite Twitch user is online? No problem, the X50Q can do that.

The X50Q sports the fastest and most reliable mechanical switches. You rely on twitch reflexes and split-second decision making and the X50Q will be your weapon to win. Game on!

Q Applets: Pre-Built Maximize Productivity

Q connects to leading applications used by millions of developers. Q applets cover everything from GitHub, to Jira, Asana, Trello, etc. to priority emails from your boss or your Mom. It tells you if your website is down or if an answer is posted on Stack Overflow. Set a reminder to stand up every hour. Open API to develop your own applets and share with the marketplace.

Advanced Mechanical Switches 100M Keystrokes 2X Brighter RGB+

Faster, more accurate typing, much brighter RGB lighting and unsurpassed 100 million keystrokes. Type at the speed of thought, instinctively moving words directly from your brain to your computer. Electrifying gaming due to shallower key travel and through-shaft LED design for brighter lighting.

Product Details:

  • Ultimate Smart RGB Keyboard for Professionals Who Like to Game: No interruptions, fully programmable
  • Named Best Crossover (Work / Gaming) Keyboard by Mashable
  • Advanced Mechanical Switches 100M Keystrokes 2X Brighter RGB+: Gamma Zulu soft tactile switches
  • Pre-Built Q Applets:Twitch, Game Deals, GitHub, Jira, Asana, Trello CPU, RAM, Gmail, etc.
  • Dedicated Media Controls: Q button and volume knob
  • Full N-key Rollover with Anti-Ghosting
  • Das German Engineering: Durable build quality to instill confidence and precision
  • Detachable Ergonomic Soft Touch Wrist Rest & WASD keycaps included

Das Keyboard X50 RGB Features

Advanced Mechanical Gamma Zulu Switch, 100 Million Actuations, Faster, Brighter RGB

Das Keyboard, Mechanical Keyboard, CPU, RAM, Github, Trello, Asana, Jira, Stock, Weather, Gmail

RGB+ 2x brighter 16.8M colors - the brightest and most blingy RGB keyboard

Dedicated Media Controls - previous, play/pause, and next. Circular mute button and volume knob.

Gamma Zulu Mechanical Switches, 100M Keystrokes, Faster, Brighter RGB

Faster, more accurate typing, much brighter RGB lighting and unsurpassed 100 million key presses. Type at the speed of thought.

Q Software: Control Notifications & RGB Illumination

Download pre-built Q applets to light up the X50Q smart keyboard with user-defined notifications—all color-coded and displayed right on the keyboard, so you can stay focused on the task at hand.

2x Brighter RGB+ with 16.8M Colors

Enhanced brightness and modern switch design, the X50Q delivers the super bright and intense RGB color settings.

Dedicated Media Controls

Three media keys plus volume knob designed for the way you play. Customize all 12 Function keys to execute complex maneuvers. Play, pause and mute music and videos right from the keyboard.

Best ergonomic soft wrist rest. Protection against injuries, tendonitis and carpal tunnel.

Das German Engineering - Durable Build Quality to Instill Confidence and Precision

Full N-key rollover - capture every simultaneous key press, no ghosting.

WASD Keycaps Included

Best Ergonomic Soft Touch Wrist Rest. Protection Against Injuries, Tendonitis and Carpal Tunnel

Ergonomic detachable wrist rest has a comfortable soft touch surface to help typists rest their wrist comfortably.

Das German Engineering

Durable build quality to instill confidence and precision - first class electronics and top quality materials.

Full N-key rollover - Capture Every Simultaneous Key Press with Anti-ghosting

With full n-key rollover (NKRO), it has the ability to scan each button press individually. Every pressed key is registered, even if you press a bunch of keys simultaneously.

WASD Keycaps Included

Included WASD gaming textured WASD keycap upgrade kit gives your most important keys a look and tactile feel that will give you a tactical advantage. Silver and transparent for bright lighting. Key puller included.

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Customer Reviews
2.8 out of 5 stars
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3.8 out of 5 stars
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4.3 out of 5 stars
3,242
4.3 out of 5 stars
3,242
4.4 out of 5 stars
402
4.3 out of 5 stars
1,524
Switch Type Omron Gamma Zulu Brown Soft Tactile with double cross point Omron Gamma Zulu Brown Soft Tactile with double cross point Cherry MX Blue (Clicky) or Brown (Soft Tactile) with gold contacts Cherry MX Blue (Clicky) or Brown (Soft Tactile) with gold contacts Cherry MX Brown (Soft Tactile) with gold contacts Cherry MX Blue (Clicky) or Brown (Soft Tactile) with gold contacts
Switch Lifespan 100 million 100 million 50 million 50 million 50 million 50 million
Keycap Type Double Shot ABS Plastic Professional: Laser-Etched | Ultimate: Blank | root: Laser-Etched UV Hard Coat-Protected Laser-Etched Professional: Laser-Etched | Professional for Mac: Laser-Etched
(NKRO) N-Key Rollover Full n-key rollover Full n-key rollover Full n-key rollover Full n-key rollover Full n-key rollover Full n-key rollover (with included PS2 adapter) or 6 keys with USB
USB Ports - - Professional | Ultimate: 2-Port USB 3.0 Hub | root: 2-Port USB 2.0 Hub 2-Port USB 3.0 Hub One USB 2.0 Pass-Through 2-Port USB 2.0 Hub
Media Controls Dedicated Media Controls Dedicated Media Controls Dedicated Media Controls Dedicated Media Controls Quick Access Media Controls Quick Access Media Controls (Not available over PS2)
Top Panel | Wrist Rest Black Anodized Aluminum | Detachable Silicone Wrist Rest Black Anodized Aluminum | Detachable Soft Touch Wrist Rest Black Anodized Aluminum Black Anodized Aluminum Black Anodized Aluminum Glossy Black
Works With Windows, macOS, Linux Windows Windows, Linux, Chrome macOS Windows, Linux, Chrome Windows, Linux, macOS
System Requirements One 2.0 USB Port, Optional 3.0 USB Port for Enhanced Brightness Mode One 2.0 USB Port, Optional 3.0 USB Port for Enhanced Brightness Mode One 1.1, 2.0 or 3.0 USB Port One 1.1, 2.0 or 3.0 USB Port One USB Port - (optional) Second USB Port for Pass-Through One USB Port, Optional Second USB Port for Hub
Key Backlighting RGB+ with Q Notifications RGB+ with Q Notifications - - White LED Backlighting -

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Brightness
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Ergonomic
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Volume control
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USB, USB 2.0
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number of keys
104
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Product Description

The Das Keyboard X50Q is the world’s first Smart Crossover (Work/Gaming) Keyboard. The ultimate crossover keyboard for professionals who like to game. The X50Q displays important notifications directly on the keyboard keys. Made for master professionals - the essential productivity tool that keeps professionals focused on creativity and operating at the highest level of concentration. Made for master gamers - the fastest and most reliable mechanical switches. Game on!

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    Customer reviews

    3.8 out of 5 stars
    3.8 out of 5
    221 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the feel of the keyboard. They say the keystrokes and typing feels wonderful, with a solid clicky feel while typing. However, some customers have reported the value of the product is a waste of money. They also have mixed opinions on quality, keyboard, lighting, color settings, and appearance.

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    14 customers mention14 positive0 negative

    Customers like the feel of the keyboard. They say that the keystrokes and typing feels wonderful, the fatigue is almost non existent, and the keyboard is solid and responsive. They also mention that the keys are very responsive and easy to type on.

    "...(enough to keep from accidentally pressing stuff,) then a smooth keypress without any audible "click."..." Read more

    "...The Gamma Zulu switches were less noisy but still had a solid clicky feel while typing...." Read more

    "...The key action is satisfying and accurate with just enough feedback to let you know you hit the key but not requiring so much pressure that you..." Read more

    "...The things that attracted me were the high quality and great tactile feel of Das Keyboard products, customizable lighting so you can have “reminders..." Read more

    55 customers mention27 positive28 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the keyboard. Some mention the build quality is good, it's robust, and a solid keyboard, while others say that the software is not the best and is not intuitive. The app software was very glitchy, and the product is not durable. The feet already broke off the keyboard after only 3 months.

    "...-The software in general is a bit ...unique. It has a good UI and works well once you get it set up, but it isn't the most straight-forward affair..." Read more

    "...First problem: The software is resource intensive and interferes with the operation of this computer, which is a Dell XPS a year or so old...." Read more

    "...OH YEAH. ALSO IF YOU WANT EXTREMELY GOOD BUILD MATERIALS, HIGH QUALITY ENGINEERING, TONS OF GREAT GAMING FEATURES, SOLID OVERALL OFFERING AND TOPPED..." Read more

    "...Overall the keyboard has a premium feel. The keyboard is solid in feel and construction and has a very nice heft to it...." Read more

    42 customers mention24 positive18 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the keyboard. Some say that the hardware itself is wonderful, the basic keyboard functionality is still in tact, and the keyboard blends the typing and gaming experience perfectly. However, others say that it has very odd behaviors, it became unusable, and has faulty keys.

    "...This keyboard, however, blends the typing and gaming experience perfectly into a peripheral that can deliver on both fronts.Pros:..." Read more

    "...no reply, and assume they are going to just leave me with a faulty keyboard which, having exhibited one problem, may demonstrate others in time...." Read more

    "Keyboard is great while it lasts, but probably costs about 7 or 8 times what it’s worth, as you can buy a comparable keyboard for $25 to $35 that..." Read more

    "The keyboard build quality is good. Although it is not that far off from DK63 by Kemove. The reason for returning are: 1...." Read more

    17 customers mention7 positive10 negative

    Customers are mixed about the lighting of the keyboard. Some mention that the lighting is neat and there are a couple neat features, while others say that the keyboard lighting stopped working in 2021, the knob only lights up when not running the software, the keyboard side lights are pretty dim, and the lights went out a month later.

    "...all of this, a few days ago the right hand side of the keyboard stopped lighting up...." Read more

    "...high quality and great tactile feel of Das Keyboard products, customizable lighting so you can have “reminders” for the important keys, and switch..." Read more

    "...I'm running the latest FW version and the knob only lights up when NOT running the software. When running the software, the knob is black...." Read more

    "Okay, the keyboard feels solid. The lighting is neat (not hard to figure out) and there are a couple neat features in general.My problem?..." Read more

    13 customers mention5 positive8 negative

    Customers are mixed about the color settings of the keyboard. Some mention that it has good RGB options, some decent pre-loaded color schemes, and the ability to assign functions and color schemes to the keys. However, others say that the knob color is not configurable, the default RGB color schemes are not amazing, and that the key colors are not permanent.

    "...Cons:-The default RGB color schemes aren't amazing, though there is ample customization in the Q software...." Read more

    "...1: The Q software is not all that intuitive but good enough to configure my colors the way i want...." Read more

    "...The app software was very glitchy. It was difficult to figure out color settings etc...." Read more

    "...Therefore, you will not be deep cleaning this keyboard. RGB is still the best, but the software makes it pretty useless...." Read more

    8 customers mention5 positive3 negative

    Customers are mixed about the volume control of the keyboard. Some mention that the feel and the volume is great, while others say that it is mildly louder than a standard membrane keyboard and has a high-pitched ring.

    "I liked this keyboard when I first received it. The Gamma Zulu switches were less noisy but still had a solid clicky feel while typing...." Read more

    "...good Keyboard for the price had everything I wanted volume control individual RGB switches that aren’t too loud for me personally...." Read more

    "...That said, it is mildly louder than a standard membrane keyboard, but I feel great typing on it for long periods of time whereas I would loathe..." Read more

    "...It's not too loud, the keys are very responsive, and the aluminum palm rest is just right. I do not do much customization with the backlighting...." Read more

    7 customers mention4 positive3 negative

    Customers are mixed about the appearance of the keyboard. Some mention that it feels good and looks good, while others say that it looks terrible and has a strange design flaw.

    "...this keyboard to anyone who wants a premium keyboard that is both beautiful and fully functional...." Read more

    "...I don't even understand this strange design flaw...." Read more

    "...Feels good. Looks good. Great build quality. I love the programmable functionality. I customized the colors...." Read more

    "...choose between five built-in color profiles, every one of them flashy, garish, and distracting...." Read more

    14 customers mention0 positive14 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the value of the keyboard. They mention that it is a waste of money, the switches malfunction after two years, and the wrist guard is overly cheap.

    "...it was apparent that the so called alert settings etc are not really super useful, at-least for me … that said, I am still giving it 5 stars..." Read more

    "...I would avoid any keyboard with Gamma Zulu keys. They clearly do not last and this is a pricey product for such poor durability." Read more

    "...Thankfully I had another keyboard because after they update it was completely dead and non-functional...." Read more

    "...If it cannot do that basic thing, it is a useless piece of crap.Waste of money --unless you want a potential spy in your computer." Read more

    Now a Great Keyboard
    5 Stars
    Now a Great Keyboard
    Update 01/15/2022: I am upgrading from four starts to five stars. See last paragraph * .By way of benchmarking, I bought my first Das Keyboard, the MK4 Professional, in 2017 and loved it. The MX Blue clicky keys were the closest I had found to the all time standards for feedback, the IBM Selectric Typewriter and the very early Omni Key/102 from Northgate Computer Systems. The two USB ports added much-appreciated connectivity convenience, especially for my system that has the computer box some distance from the desk. The oversized volume control knob was icing on the cake. I still have the MK4 as my backup to this one, the X50Q.Between then and now I have purchased/returned four other Das Keyboards (the German “Das” translates to “the” in English, suggesting that Metadot considers its keyboards to be not just any keyboard but The Keyboard). These include the 4Q (I was too early, as the key programming support was only getting started); the Model S (MX Blue keys but two cables, the second to support the USB ports: Why?); and the Prime 13 (MX Brown keys but single cable with USB port and LED backlit keys). The Prime 13 I is my RVing keyboard. The tactile feedback on the keys isn’t the best, but the USB port and backlit keys make up for that.The X50Q, purchased this Spring, is my current main keyboard. I miss the USB ports, and the Gamma Zulu “soft tactile” keys fall a little short of the MK4’s ideal resistance. It has the media control keys and the volume control knob, however, and I admit I find the changing color schemes for the LED keys linked to the app or program I have open entertaining. The build and materials quality is excellent. On the keyboard as a device and for basic, functional capability and usability, I have nothing but praise.It comes with a set of pre-programmed applets, although many seem to me more whimsical exercises than truly productive assets. The support network for programming the keys has grown up a bit but nevertheless is my prime sore point. It’s not the support network, as such, but Das Keyboard’s relationship, or rather lack of relationship, with the network. For this, it helps to know how the key programming works. Most simply put, the keyboard’s software monitors selected online sources, like email and information outlets, for flagged activity. When the software sees the activity, it flashes the key linked to the specific source. You can then check what came in by pressing the volume knob and the flashing key. This works fine for the pre-programmed applets and for any applet you create within the Das Keyboard system following the template Das Keyboard will provide for the asking.* At the time this review was written, and as confirmed by personal experience and Das Keyboard support, this process didn't carry over to applets created outside the Das Keyboard system. According to Das Keyboard support, the powers behind the Q keyboards had “deprecated” two of the major players in the support network, Zapier and IFTTT. You could use those two providers to create applets that link to the keyboard, that part worked. But you could not control what key flashes, and to see what came in you had to open a virtual keyboard on your monitor and then click on the virtual flashing key; the volume-knob-flashing-key method was not available. For my needs, this truncated capability was enough to justify keeping the X50Q by rationalizing that I might someday get around to writing an applet with the Das Keyboard system. But I urged shoppers looking to realize the fullest capability of the Qs to be aware of that limitation. This is no longer the case. An applet I created on Zapier now has full Q keyboard functionality.
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