I used to thank all keyboards were the same, I thought it really didn’t matter what keyboard I used, I’ve changed my mind fully about all of that since I first used a mechanical keyboard many years ago. Mechanical keyboards are so much nicer to use, the one I’m using now I’ve had since 2007 and have been using it almost daily, every once in a while I’ll get a keyboard for review, but I always got back to this one. I don’t think a regular keyboard would last this long honestly. So anyway, Roccat has just announced that they’re bringing the Ryos Series of mechanical keyboards to the United States with three models, the Ryos MK, the Ryos MK Glow and the Ryos MK pro. Prices vary of course, but they are mechanical and I think that’s the most important part… Details and pics below for you..
US gamers will be the first to get their hands on ROCCAT’s highly acclaimed mechanical gaming keyboard series. In terms of build quality, design and innovation, the German leading manufacturer of professional gaming peripherals sets a new standard with the release of the Ryos series. Three varying models offer popular features like Easy-Shift[+], ROCCAT Talk™, innovative per-key illumination and high quality Cherry MX© key switches, therefore providing the perfect fit for any kind of gamer.
“PC gamers all over the world have been wishing for ROCCAT to come up with a mechanical keyboard – and finally here it is” says René Korte, ROCCAT founder and CEO. “Congratulations to everyone who has been waiting patiently, you are now able to get the most advanced mechanical keyboard on the market”.
The first keyboard in the series is the Ryos MK. The Ryos MK is equipped with the popular black Cherry MX key switches and is aimed at PC gaming purists. Its 32-bit ARM Cortex processor makes it incredibly powerful and responsive. The 2 MB of flash memory allows for over 500 macros to be recorded and stored on board. Three thumbster keys as well as renowned ROCCAT innovations like Easy-Shift[+]™ and ROCCAT Talk™ complete a keyboard perfect for hardcore gamers.
Next in line is the Ryos MK Glow, which features the same technical specifications as the MK while adding full backlighting in the color blue – with a powerful LED underneath each and every key. The illumination level is fully adjustable in the rich driver software that comes with every ROCCAT product. Also equipped with black Cherry MX key switches, the MK Glow is built for gamers who care about both the utmost precision as well as the visual effects of their gaming set-up.
The flagship model of the series is the Ryos MK Pro. It features an additional ARM Cortex processor which is responsible solely for handling the keyboard’s configurable per-key illumination, an impressive and innovative feature that sets it apart from any other mechanical keyboard on the market. “Imagine launching Battlefield 4 and having the keyboard automatically light up all your relevant key bindings – this is what the Ryos MK Pro is able to do for you”, says René Korte. “Configure tons of options in the driver software or code your own jaw-dropping illumination features with the SDK we provide – only your imagination is the limit”. The Ryos MK Pro is also available in four different Cherry MX key switch colors: black, brown, blue and red. This almost makes the integrated USB 2.0 hub and pass-through audio jacks a side note.
The MK and MK Glow version of the Ryos are now available at US retailers and online stores such as Amazon and Newegg.
Pricing and availability
ROCCAT Ryos MK – 99,99 USD, in stores now
ROCCAT Ryos MK Glow – 139,99 USD, in stores now
ROCCAT Ryos MK Pro – 169,99 USD, in stores mid November
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