PrimeKB Simpler60 Keyboard
Best custom mechanical keyboard for enthusiasts seeking a premium typing experience.
This 60% kit prioritizes a bouncy, flexible typing experience through its clever one-piece gasket mount. While you sacrifice the utility of dedicated arrow keys, you gain a refined, premium acoustic profile that makes every keystroke feel deliberate and satisfying.
$179.00
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Who it's for
- Budget-conscious hobbyists starting their custom keyboard journey
- Modders seeking wide compatibility for aftermarket parts
- First-time builders wanting a simple, stress-free assembly experience
Who should skip it
- Typists preferring the flex and acoustics of gasket mounts
- Users desiring the heft and premium feel of luxury materials
- Enthusiasts looking for unique aesthetics and sophisticated design details
Performance breakdown
Typing Flex
One-piece gasket mounting provides a soft, bouncy typing experience.
Build Quality
CNC machined aluminum offers a premium, heavy-duty foundation for your desk.
Acoustic Profile
Comprehensive Poron dampening kit creates a refined, muted sound signature.
Customization Potential
QMK and VIA support offer limitless remapping for power users.
Assembly Ease
Hotswap PCB allows for quick switch changes without any soldering required.
Ergonomics
The fixed seven-degree angle promotes a comfortable, natural wrist position.
Key Specs
Case Material
CNC machined 6063 Aluminum
Typing Angle
7 degrees
PCB
QMK/VIA Hotswap with SMD RGB Backlighting
Plate Material
Flex-cut matte Polycarbonate (PC)
Dampening
Full Poron kit (3.7mm, 2mm, 1mm) and 0.5mm EVA Switch Pad
Connection Interface
USB-C via Daughterboard
Layout Size
60 Percent
Compatibility
VIA
Backlighting Type
RGB
Key Switch Type
Mechanical
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