CM Storm Mech Keyboard Review
Introduction and Technical Specifications
Published: 4th October 2013 | Source: CM Storm | Price: £119.60 |
Introduction
It's rare that a manufacturer releases a whole set of peripherals that have a single aesthetic vision behind them, but CM Storm have done just that with their latest products. Known for their excellent Quickfire keyboards, Sentinel gaming mice and, of course, some of the most popular cases around.
We've looked at the full range of CM Storm keyboards so far but the Mech is the first that's really aimed at the very top end of the marketplace. A no compromise effort with full mechanical switches, robust build quality and some intriguing customisation options. As we have three reviews to get through today and keyboards don't require a great build up, let us crack on with what is on offer.
Technical Specifications
With a steel plate backing up a robust top, the Mech is a weighty beast thanks to the extraordinary build quality. The Mech is available with three of the main Cherry MX switches, the Brown, Red and Blue variants. Our review model comes with the Cherry MX Blue, light actuation with a deliberate click to aid in your feedback. With 64 N-Key rollover you can bash your head off the keyboard and be sure in the knowledge that every key will be registered accurately. Finally there are 5 dedicated macro keys which, combined with the available profiles, should keep even the more demanding user happy.
| Model Number | SGK-7000-MBCL1-language (Blue switch) SGK-7000-MBCM1-language (Brown switch) SGK-7000-MBCR1-language (Red switch) |
| Key Switch | CHERRY MX Blue/ Brown/ Red |
| N Key Rollover | 64 |
| Macro Key | 15 in each profile |
| Profiles | 5 |
| Polling Rate | 1000 Hz/1ms |
| Backlight | All keys, 5 settings, 3 modes |
| Output | Dual USB 3.0 port and mini USB port for charging |
| Windows Key Lock | Yes |
| On-board Memory | 128k bytes |
| Media Keys | Yes (via F keys) |
| USB Cable | Removable |
| Dimensions | 553(L)x267(W)x43(H) mm 21.7(L)x10.5(W)x1.7(H) inch |
| Weight | 1686 g / 3.71 lbs |
Most Recent Comments
The backlight looks nice though and the removable panel is great, if they made a rectangular one and I had the money I'd like it a lot more.Quote
The Keyboard is so large, I'm not really sure why there is a handle on it, I don't imagine many people would lug a giant peripheral like that to a Lan party.
Price is too high, but that applies to nearly all keyboards.
I have a CM Storm Quickfire Rapid. Costar board for less than half the price of an identical Filco. Its a great, simple, compact keyboard.
Who is the OEM for this board?Quote
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